Fostering in Blackburn

Do you live in Blackburn and want to change the lives of young people in care? Join our supportive fostering community today, where we nurture foster families and empower you to make a difference.

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Join our Blackburn fostering community

With Orange Grove, we'll be right beside you throughout your fostering journey.

We're recognised as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted because we are truly committed to making a life-changing impact on children in care and the families that nurture them.

We listen to our foster families and build tailored villages of support around you so you feel valued, heard and secure. Our focus is on nurturing bonds and creating supportive relationships that provide a solid foundation for both you and the children in your care to flourish.

Supporting you to make a life-changing difference

With over 25 years of experience, we know the challenges faced by children in care and are committed to working with you to help them overcome any barriers they encounter.

You'll have around-the-clock support from local fostering specialists, including social workers and family support workers, plus access to therapists and education experts.

We'll also develop a personalised training schedule that suits your family's needs and supports your development as you progress on your fostering journey.

Whether you’re just starting your fostering career or are looking for an agency that truly values your family and offers tailored support, get in touch today.

Together, we can build a compassionate, caring environment that helps children in care have happier childhoods and promising futures.

Blackburn fostering allowances

If you join our foster care agency in Blackburn, you'll receive an excellent fostering allowance that is usually tax-free. This includes a professional fee that shows our appreciation for your hard work and dedication to your role.

As a further thank you, we offer exclusive discounts to help reduce the cost of everyday essentials, days out, holidays, and more. You'll also be eligible for up to two weeks of paid respite and allowances to celebrate birthdays and religious festivals.

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Discover everything you need to know about fostering allowances, tax relief, benefits and pensions by downloading our Guide to Fostering Finances.

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Local support you can rely on

Fostering support isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some families benefit from close, hands-on guidance, while others, particularly those with children well-adjusted to their home, may appreciate a more relaxed approach. Many families fall somewhere in between, and we’re here to meet you where you are.

Our support is tailored to the needs of your entire family, including:

A welcoming team ready to assist you through every stage of fostering, from your first enquiry to assessment, approval, and beyond.
A dedicated social worker who will take the time to understand your unique needs before providing tailored assistance.
Matching experts will match you with a child whose needs align well with your family’s strengths.
Access to our multidisciplinary team of fostering specialists, including social workers and family support workers, plus access to education experts and therapists, for expert advice and assistance whenever you need it.
A foster parent buddy who will help you gain confidence and feel at home in your new role.
A 24/7 helpline for support whenever you need it, whether day or night.
Dedicated support for your children because fostering is a family journey. We offer support groups, resources, and a helpline for children who foster to ensure they feel included and heard.
A calendar of events with family meet-ups, seasonal celebrations, and outings, will give you the chance to connect with other foster families in your community.

Training tailored to your family

Prior experience isn’t required to start your fostering journey with us as we shape our training to fit your individual needs.

If you’re new to fostering, you’ll begin with our Prepare to Foster programme, covering essential topics such as safeguarding and trauma to give you a strong foundation.

From there, you’ll advance to our required training courses and then have the option to explore specialised sessions aligned with your family's needs. Whether it’s understanding autism, ADHD, mental health, or well-being, we work with you to identify any knowledge gaps and develop a customised training plan that empowers you to create a positive impact.