What is the role of Private Fostering in Hackney?

When a child under 16 years old (or 18 if they are disabled) is cared for and provided with accommodation by an adult who is not in the family for 28 days or more, it's called private fostering.

A relative is a person who is related to one through marriage or blood. They can be classified as a grandparent, brother, sister, uncle or aunt in whole or half relationships. A relative also includes step-parents.

The Council has a legal duty to ensure that children in this situation are safe and adequately cared for. Private fostering can be challenging, so you must tell the Council when entering a private fostering arrangement.

All professionals and volunteers working with children ensure that privately fostered children are well taken care of and don't experience any harm. We can provide the best care for these young people in need by monitoring private fostering in Hackney. This also helps us safeguard them from abuse or neglect.

As becoming a foster parent, it's your responsibility to ensure that the person looking after your child has as much information about them as possible. This will include information about their health, whether they're enrolled in school, their religious and cultural requirements, their eating preferences, and more.

Are you giving up your children's rights?

You are responsible for your child's well-being and development as a parent. However, under certain circumstances that fall within the law, you may temporarily give your child to another person. But, in most cases, you still have to talk with the other person about your child.

In the UK, a person in charge of you at home is called a private foster carer. A close relative parent is a step-parent, grandparent, brother, sister, uncle or aunt (whether of whole blood, half blood or by marriage).

The Council will always do everything in its power to keep every child in Hackney safe, including providing adequate care. If you are being privately fostered, please email us with the details of who is looking after you and where you live to receive the additional support we can provide.

One of the best things about fostering children is that you will profoundly impact their lives. Your commitment will leave an indelible mark on their future and allow them to grow in a stable environment with the help of UKF. Children in care won't be alone during this journey. Our expert advisors, training, and 24/7 support mean they get everything they need.


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