telling me to do or not to do something and would talk to me about the consequences that bad behaviour can lead to.” As a Newham foster carer looking after a young person aged between 11 and 18, you will: > currently receive between £377 and £407 in allowances and fees each week. > qualify for a set up grant of £750 to equip your home for the foster child. > have a designated social worker to support you throughout your fostering journey. The child will have a different social worker.
> receive advice and support from the team’s family therapist. > receive ongoing training. > be part of regular support groups where you will meet other Newham carers. > have access to a 24-hour advice line. > receive free membership of FosterTalk – an independent organisation providing professional support services to foster carers across the UK. We want to hear from individuals or couples who: > have experience of caring for or working with young people from the
ages of 11 to 18. > have a spare bedroom. > live in Newham or within a 20-mile radius of Newham. > most importantly, are patient, tolerant and have a good sense of humour.
If you want further information about fostering a teenager, please ring our freephone number 0800 0130 393 or visit www.newhamfostering.co.uk or www.newham.gov.uk/fostering
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