Empower Fostering is a small, independent, family-run fostering agency based in Taunton, operating across the southwest region from Bristol to Plymouth.
About Us
We have been rated ‘Good’ in our last Ofsted inspection, with the level of support to foster carers being acknowledged. We are committed to providing bespoke packages that enable children to be placed in high-quality, caring foster homes.
Join Our Team
If you have space in your home and heart, and are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives, we encourage you to apply or contact our team for an informal chat.
Foster Respite Care
We are seeking foster carers to offer respite care to children. Respite care can be overnight, for a weekend, or up to two weeks during school holidays. Respite foster carers provide essential support to fostering families, giving both carers and children a well-deserved break.
Common Misconceptions About Respite Fostering
* I am currently working – You could still foster.
* I am currently renting – You could still foster.
* I'm on benefits – You could still foster.
* I'm unemployed – You could still foster.
* I'm disabled – You could still foster.
* I’m single – You could still foster.
* I am in a same-sex relationship – You could still foster.
* My children are still at home – You could still foster.
* I am retired – You could still foster.
* I have pets in my home – You could still foster.
* I can’t afford to look after children – You are paid a weekly allowance of between £400-£700!
Opportunities and Diversity
We receive hundreds of referrals from Bristol, Somerset, Devon, Torquay, Plymouth, and Cornwall, all in need of loving and supportive homes for children and young people.
We welcome applications from people of all social, economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds, reflecting the diverse communities of the children in our care.
Why Foster with Us?
As a family-run agency founded by foster carers, we understand the rewards and challenges of fostering. We offer comprehensive, ongoing training and support, a foster carer buddy system, a 24/7 on-call service, support groups, and various events for foster children, birth children, and foster carers.
Contact Us
For an informal, no-obligation chat, call us today at 01823 756100 or enquire via our website.
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