June 6, 2025
If you are already a foster carer and feel let down by your current agency, you are not alone. Many carers across the North East and North West begin to explore how to transfer to a different fostering agency after facing a lack of support, poor communication, or feeling undervalued.
Foster Cares Ltd is an independent fostering agency that has supported carers for over 25 years. We are proud to offer real support, honest relationships, and a local team that is with you every step of the way.
We understand what makes a real difference in your fostering journey:
Our social workers are based in your area. You will receive regular visits, practical advice, and support from someone who understands the pressures of fostering.
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You will never feel like a number. We are a smaller, independent agency where every carer is known by name and treated with respect.
We do not rush placements. We take the time to get to know you and make sure each child is carefully matched with the right foster carer.
Our out-of-hours support line is always available, and it is run by qualified social workers from our North East & North West teams who know the children in your care.
You will receive all the mandatory training you need, plus opportunities to grow your skills and confidence with more specialist courses.
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We follow the Fostering Network’s Transfer Protocol and will liaise with your current agency or local authority to ensure everything is handled professionally and carefully.
Yes, foster carers can switch agencies even when a child is in placement. Carers have the right to freedom of movement between fostering agencies. We will guide you through the process step by step.
If you are thinking about making the move, the first step is a confidential chat with our team. We will talk you how our agency works and what to expect from us. We will explain what you need to do next, including informing your current agency and if you decide to transfer.
Call us on: 0800 488 0081
Request a call back at: fostercares.co.uk/contact-us
There is no pressure — just honest advice from people who understand.
“We have found that working with Foster Cares has been a really nice change from our last agency. Being able to have an open and honest relationship that has grown over this past year and being able to rely on our Supervising Social Worker to listen and understand the need of the foster carers and the young person really makes our job more relaxed. Having a realistic approach to working together and being able to challenge each other to come up with a plan that works for everyone is excellent.”
– Foster Carer, North East
“Transferring to Foster Cares felt like a fresh start. From the first conversation, we felt listened to and respected. Our supervising social worker always makes time for us, checks in regularly, and actually understands the day-to-day reality of fostering. It feels like we are part of a team where our experience matters.”
– Foster Carer, North West
If you are not getting the support, recognition, or care you deserve, it may be time to consider switching fostering agencies. At Foster Cares Ltd, we put our carers first — because that is where good foster care begins.
Speak to our team today — completely confidential and no pressure.
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