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How Do I Become a Foster Parent? 

A Journey That Changes Lives - Become A Foster Parent Becoming a foster parent is more than just opening your home – it's about transforming lives, including your own. Fostering provides children who cannot live with their birth families the stability, care and nurturing they need to recover from trauma and build a brighter future.   For […]
Foster Care Allowances and Payment Rates

Understanding the Financial Aspects of Being a Foster Carer: Exploring Foster Care Allowances and Payment Rates

Are you considering becoming a foster carer? It’s an incredibly rewarding role that offers support and stability to children in need. However, it's also important to understand the financial aspects that come with fostering.   In this article, we look at foster care allowances, payment rates and how Mosaic Foster Care’s exceptional support ensures you and […]
Do Foster Carers Pay Tax? This shows foster carers stood next to money

Do Foster Carers Pay Tax? 

Understanding Foster Care and Tax  For many foster parents, understanding how tax applies to their fostering income can be confusing and even overwhelming. Questions about taxable income, allowances and government schemes like Qualifying Care Relief (QCR) often leave carers unsure about their obligations and rights.   This blog aims to break down the complexities of tax […]
Foster vs Adopt - A happy foster family

Foster vs Adopt: Understanding the Key Differences 

Choosing the Right Path for Your Family - Foster Vs Adopt When it comes to providing children with a safe and supportive home, fostering and adoption are two of the most significant and impactful decisions a person can make.   However, the differences between fostering and adopting are not always clear, and understanding these distinctions is essential […]
The impact of fostering on birth children

The Impact Of Fostering On Birth Children: How To Support Your Whole Family 

Becoming a foster parent is a deeply rewarding commitment – one that affects not only you and the child you foster but your entire family. If you have birth children, it’s natural to wonder how fostering will impact them. Will they feel overlooked? How will family dynamics change? Can everyone thrive together?  At Mosaic Foster […]
Couple at laptop asking the question Are Foster Carers Self-Employed?

Are Foster Carers Self-Employed? 

Fostering is an incredibly rewarding way to make a difference in a child’s life. But if you’re considering becoming a foster parent, you may be wondering about the practical side of things, particularly employment status and finances.   One common question is: Are foster carers self-employed? The answer is yes, foster parents in the UK are […]
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What Is The Difference Between Fostering And Adoption? 

If you’re considering opening your home to a child in need, you’ve likely come across two paths: fostering and adoption.  What Is The Difference Between Fostering And Adoption?  While both provide safe and nurturing homes for children who cannot live with their birth families, they come with distinct responsibilities, processes and commitments. Understanding these differences […]
What Training Do You Need to Become a Foster Parent?

What Training Do You Need to Become a Foster Parent? 

Becoming a foster parent is an incredible journey – one that transforms lives, including your own. You may be wondering if you have the right skills and qualifications to be able to do it.   The good news is, at Mosaic Foster Care, we believe that with the right training, guidance, and support, anyone with a […]
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Exploring Fostering: Your Questions Answered In Our Free Virtual Event 

Are you considering fostering but unsure where to begin? Do you have questions about the process, the challenges, or how fostering might fit into your life? At Mosaic Foster Care, we understand that fostering is a life-changing decision - and it’s only natural to feel uncertain. That’s why we’re inviting you to join our free […]
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