Foster Carer's Information
with Independent Foster Care Services
- The Fostering Network states Foster Carers need better financial recognition
- Since 1997 the total number of children in Wales looked after by foster carers and in residential care increased by 50%.
- There is a shortage of nearly 750 Foster Carers in Wales alone. In March 2009, there were 4705 looked after children and young people in Wales and 77% of these lived with Foster Carers.
Find a section
- Foster Carer resources
- Useful e-mail links
- Main statement of purpose
- Useful links
- Links to Internet Security
- Links to Tax Advice
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IFCS quick finder
Find important pages on the Independent Foster Care Services website here!
How to find us
IFCS are based in Cardiff, South Wales, if you need directions just go to our directions page.
Internet Security
IFCS will provide computers to all Foster Carers. These computers are configured only to allow users access to specific websites.
The accessible websites are: IFCS; BAAF; Fostering Network; BBC; Childline; NSPCC; The Childrens Commissioner; the home Local Authority of any child or young person in placement; and The Care and Social Services Inspectorate for Wales.
The computers are also configured to allow email communication to and from these sites. No other access to further sites or email communication to persons beyond professionals from these sites is permitted, without the use of a password.
Below are a few useful links to help you keep up to date with online security issues.
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