How Easy is it to Change Foster Agencies?
Switching from one fostering agency to another should be a fairly simple process. Learn how you can change fostering agencies and continue caring for vulnerable children.
Just like it is with any other career, you might feel the need to change service providers. Changing fostering agencies isn’t a strange thing – it is common and the process is well-defined.
Reasons why you might want to change fostering agencies
- Lack of support from the current agency
- If you are not treated right
- Lack of financial support
- Lack of placements
- No respite
- Insufficient training
Have you ever thought about changing fostering agencies? Well, you could be having valid reasons for wanting to change from your current fostering agency to another. Regardless of your reason, we support you and will help you to change your fostering agency.
What is the Process?
Let your current Fostering Agency or Local Authority know of your intention to transfer. This involves providing them in writing that you wish to transfer to another agency.
The application process in a new fostering agency cannot begin unless there is confirmation that your notice to transfer is in place with your current fostering agency or Local Authority that you intend to transfer.
If you have a fostered child in your care, you will need to contact the placing Local Authority or the child’s social worker to inform them of your intention to transfer. They will set up a meeting to discuss the change and how it affects the child. One of the probable options is to change your fostering agency with the child. You should let us know if this is your desire so that we can help you handle the process without causing disruption to your family.
Your resignation period with your current agency is 28 days. The resignation is submitted once the new agency has completed their own checks and assessment, as well as review your records held by your current agency.
If you have a fostered child living with you, the end date of your resignation will be the same day as when you are approved with your new agency. Although you cannot be approved with more than one agency at the same time, it is important there is no gap between the date of your resignation and new approvement if you have a fostered child in your care.
Can I get help?
Yes, we can help you through the process of transferring from the previous fostering agency or Local Authority and beginning registering with our agency. Simply contact us today and inform us of your desire to change agencies. Our team will pick up from there and guide you on the next steps.
