Children with disabilities may have:
Some children may have been disabled since birth, while others may develop a condition due to illness, injury or neglect. Many have experienced trauma or disrupted attachments in addition to their disability, which means emotional nurturing is just as important as physical care.
Children with disabilities are first and foremost children — curious, funny, resilient, and full of potential. Like all children in care, they need:
What sets fostering disabled children apart is the extra layer of care and attention that might be needed, such as:
You won’t do this alone — we’ll train and support you every step of the way.
There is a national shortage of foster carers able and willing to care for children with disabilities — especially those who need complex or full-time care.
That means many of these children end up in residential settings, separated from family life. Fostering offers them something different: a home, a place where they are included, loved, and nurtured.
For many foster carers, this becomes one of the most meaningful roles they ever take on.
You don’t need to be a nurse, teacher or therapist. If you have:
…you already have the most important foundation.
Of course, if you have experience working with disabled children — either professionally or in your personal life — that can be a great asset. But we provide all the training you need, including:
Fostering a child with a disability is a team effort. You’ll be supported by:
We also work closely with local authorities, schools and health professionals to make sure you’re backed up in every decision and supported emotionally and practically.
You’ll help a child:
And what you’ll get back is profound.
Our carers often say that the bonds they form with disabled children are deep, joyful, and life-changing. You'll celebrate progress others might miss. You'll become their champion. And you’ll see what’s possible when love meets opportunity.
Can I foster if I don’t have medical training?
Yes. Full training is provided, and you’ll only be matched with a child whose needs align with your skills and confidence level.
Will my home need to be adapted?
Not always. Some children don’t require adaptations. If needed, funding and support may be available to help you create an accessible environment.
What if I already care for a disabled child (my own or another)?
We’ll take this into account during your assessment and see whether you’re able to care for an additional child safely and sustainably.
Can I choose what types of disabilities I feel confident to support?
Absolutely. Your fostering journey will be tailored to your capacity and preferences. Training and ongoing support will help you grow in confidence, too.
Children with disabilities belong in homes where they’re celebrated — not defined by limitations, but supported to thrive in their own unique way.
You could be the one to offer that.
👉 Enquire now to find out how fostering a child with a disability could change both of your lives — for the better.
