Our specialised service for meeting the needs of Children and Young People from African and Caribbean heritage backgrounds is a key feature that sets us apart from other agencies
We’re not a large, anonymous fostering organisation. We’re a small, specialist agency with a big purpose: to ensure that every child — regardless of their background — feels safe, seen, and truly understood.
We were founded by people with lived experience of the care system, including one of our directors who was fostered himself. This personal insight runs through everything we do — from how we train and support foster carers to how we advocate for children’s identity, culture and emotional wellbeing.
When you foster with Wholistic, you’re joining a community that’s built on connection, trust and cultural competence.
Our team has deep roots in African, Caribbean and multiracial communities, and we offer expert, culturally grounded support to carers looking after children from these backgrounds.
We help carers navigate identity, belonging, racism, and intergenerational trauma — so children in care can feel proud of who they are.
Larger agencies can sometimes feel impersonal. At Wholistic, you’ll never be just a number. Our size means we build genuine relationships with our carers. We’ll be with you every step of the way — from first enquiry through to long-term placements.
We don’t just offer support. We offer community.
Wholistic was co-founded by someone who grew up in the care system. That insight shapes everything we do — from the way we train, to the way we advocate for children, to how we treat our carers.
We understand fostering from the inside out.
We offer more than just fostering placements — we offer partnership. Our carers tell us they choose Wholistic because we:
Understand the realities of fostering — because we’ve lived them
We believe fostering is not just about providing a home — it’s about helping children heal, grow and thrive in a world that often misunderstands them. We’re looking for carers who want to make that kind of difference — and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Whether you’re just beginning your journey or thinking of transferring from another agency, we’d love to hear from you.
Our learning starts with your pre-approval training and continues long after you're approved. We offer:
Our goal is to empower you to be the best carer you can be — and to keep learning together.
We offer a competitive fostering allowance to support your household and recognise your dedication.
We also provide:
We’re here to make fostering financially viable and rewarding.
Because we’re small, you’ll always speak to someone who knows your story. Our support includes:
You’re never alone with Wholistic.
We bring carers together to share stories, advice and encouragement. As part of our community, you’ll have access to:
We believe in lifting each other up.
We take care to get to know you and your household so that placements are thoughtful and well matched. We work closely with local authorities to ensure:
Our focus is always on what’s right — for the child and for you.
If you’re passionate about making a difference — and want to be part of a fostering community where identity, care and connection are at the heart — get in touch with us today.
Because every child deserves to be raised by people who truly see them.
