At Wholistic Fostering, we do everything we can to help siblings stay together when they come into care. Being placed into foster care is a huge life event — and staying with a brother or sister can make all the difference.
Sibling fostering is a vital and in-demand type of care. Could you provide a safe, stable home where siblings can grow up together and support each other?
It depends on their ages and whether they are the same sex. In some cases, same-sex siblings may share a room (depending on their ages and needs), but brothers and sisters usually require their own bedrooms.
That means sibling fostering often requires a bit more space — and the confidence to welcome more than one child at a time. But with the right support, many of our carers find it one of the most meaningful experiences of all.
Children often tell us that staying with their brothers or sisters has helped them feel safer and less alone during a confusing time.
When siblings are placed together, it can:
Unfortunately, not all siblings can be placed together — there simply aren’t enough homes available with the space or capacity. That’s why we’re always looking for carers who can welcome sibling groups, whether that’s two children or more.
Sibling groups may come with their own set of needs. Older children, for example, might have taken on a caregiving role and struggle to let that go. Others may have shared difficult experiences together and developed behaviours to cope.
Sometimes, you may also find:
However, with the right boundaries, warmth, and structure, most children adapt well when they feel safe. As their carer, you’ll help them build healthier relationships — not just with each other, but with themselves.
Sibling fostering requires energy, empathy, and the ability to give each child the individual attention they need. You’ll need to provide a suitable bedroom setup and be ready to support children through big emotions — both together and one-to-one.
Your application and assessment process will take all of this into account, and your initial training will prepare you with the skills and insights you’ll need to get started. If this becomes a long-term placement, we’ll support you through every step of that journey too.
At Wholistic Fostering, you’re never expected to do this alone.
We provide:
You’ll also be connected with our foster carer community, including others who have experience caring for sibling groups.
If you’ve got the space in your home — and your heart — for a sibling group, we’d love to hear from you. These children deserve the chance to stay together, and your role could help preserve the most important relationship they have.
👉 Get in touch or make an enquiry today, and let’s explore the next steps together.
