Fostering in Somerset
You could offer a child a safe home in the community you know. Let’s explore what fostering in Somerset could look like for you.
Fostering close to home
We welcome conversations with prospective carers in Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater, Bath and surrounding communities.
Your location is one part of a much bigger picture. We’ll talk through your home, availability and local connections, and explain how South Coast’s support could work where you live.
A named supervising social worker and experienced out-of-hours advice are part of your support, with learning throughout your fostering.
Tell us your postcode and we’ll talk through coverage and the practicalities. There is no need to have decided which type of fostering you want to offer.
The same clear starting point
Standard weekly payments per child: ages 0–10 / ages 11+. Paid while a child lives with you, including the allowance and professional fee.
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Explore your time, space and circumstances. There is no single picture of a foster carer.
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Explore the towns, cities and communities below. If yours is not listed, ask us about your postcode.
A conversation, at your pace
Ask us about your home, your circumstances and fostering in Somerset. We’ll take it from there.
A first chat takes about 15–20 minutes. No pressure to apply. Lines open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
