Help and support for foster parents in England
Claiming benefits
Being a foster parent can affect your benefits. Check a benefits calculator to see what you’re eligible for.
If you’re claiming benefits you need to tell the organisation that pays you that you’re also getting a foster care allowance.
You can get disability benefits for your foster child if they meet the criteria. You may also be able to claim Carer’s Allowance if your foster child gets Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment.
For more help on how your benefits may change:
- contact the organisation that pays you
- get free fostering advice from Fosterline