No longer fostering

As a retired foster carer (someone no longer fostering) it is really important to make sure that you continue to be insured against the risk of allegation. A child that has been fostered by you in the past can make an allegation at any time, regardless of whether or not you are still fostering, and you must be insured at the time the allegation is made in order to qualify for legal support.

For just £18.50, our retired foster carer membership ensures you are covered by the Fostering Network’s Legal Benefits Insurance Policy. This insurance provides you with continued legal protection insurance as well as access to a 24-hour legal helpline. Applicants must currently be foster carer members of the Fostering Network who are retiring, and retired membership must commence on the day after your foster carer membership ceases.

(Please note– retired membership does not give you access to any other membership benefits).

How to join

You can download and complete a form then email it to membership@fostering.net or post to

If you have any questions, contact us on 020 7620 6400.