Fostering In
The West Midlands
Regions we cover in the West Midlands
Sadly, there are over 10,000 children in the West Midlands who cannot be looked after by their own family. We are urgently recruiting more foster carers in the West Midlands who can provide care and support to some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people. You could join our Fostering West Midlands team of foster carers!
We are recruiting foster carers all across the West Midlands, particularly in:
Use our interactive map to discover the areas we cover in the West Midlands.
Meet Our Team
We have a great team of staff within the West Midlands area. Michelle Patterson, our Area Manager for the West Midlands, is truly passionate about making a difference to children’s lives. She manages our great team of social workers in the area ensuring that our team of foster carers are fully supported. Michelle has been with TACT for over 12 years’, and has previously worked for other not-for-profit fostering agencies.
“My passion has and always will be working with children in care. As a team, we pride ourselves on achieving positive outcomes for our children. It is an absolute joy to see the children grow and flourish in the care of our fantastic foster carers. What I love about TACT is the fact that we are a not-for-profit organisation and this sits very well with my morals and beliefs.”
– Michelle Patterson
Our TACT West Midlands Community
Moments captured of our incredible foster carers and staff, across TACT in the West Midlands.
Can I foster in the West Midlands?
The first step is to check that you fulfil the basic general fostering requirements:
- Are you at least 21 years old?
- Do you have at least one spare bedroom in your home?
- Are you a full-time resident of the UK, or do you have indefinite leave to remain?
If you have answered ‘yes’ to all three questions, you have fulfilled the initial criteria. We would now like to talk to you further about why you would like to become a foster carer, and ask you some more questions.
Foster carers come to us for many reasons and stay with us, because we help them do the most rewarding job in the world.
Together we transform the lives of children and young people, giving them the chance to lead happy, loving, fulfilled lives. At TACT we are more than just a fostering agency; as a charity we put our foster carers and the children they care for at the heart of everything that we do. Choosing to become a foster carer is one of the most rewarding decisions you will ever make, and we will be by your side every step of the way making sure that you feel valued, encouraged and supported – that is why 98% of our foster carers would recommend fostering with TACT.
why foster with tact in the west midlands?
- Support for new carers.
All new TACT West Midlands foster carers will be allocated a foster carer buddy, to provide informal support and guidance. - Support groups for existing carers.
Our ‘Circle of Friends’ support group is held once a month, giving you the chance to meet other foster carers and share experiences. These take a hybrid in approach with some taking place via teams, whilst others are face to face in West Bromwich or Walsall. - Support for young people.
Our Engagement and Activity Practitioner’s provide the children in your care with additional support, activities and events in the West Midlands. Our “Star of the month” Children also receive a voucher and certificate. - Supporting your own children.
We understand that your own children play an important role in the fostering household. As such, our ‘Children Who Foster’ events provide your own children with an opportunity to socialise with other young people who make an amazing contribution to fostering. - Therapeutic support
We provide Thepareutic support through TACTIC Clinics, offering specialised attachment therapy, plus expert consultations for Autism and ADHD.
Ofsted Good Provider
“Children make good progress from their starting points. This is because of the excellent care that they receive from their foster carers and the agency support network around them.” – Ofsted, 2023.
TACTIC Clinics
For each young person that comes to live with one of our foster carers, we arrange an attachment clinic to help identify any specific support that the child may need. A support and training package for both the foster carer and young person is then be developed, and is suited to everyone’s individual needs.
Each month, TACT West Midlands also operates ‘TACTIC clinics’ – which provides the fostering household and other professionals the chance to reflect upon a young person’s journey so far, along with their current needs. This enables the foster carer to offer the child attuned care which supports the development of healthy secure relationships, and provides the opportunity for recovery from early year’s adversity.
Our TACTIC Clinics promote long term stability and well-being for our young people.
“We began fostering aged just 22.”
“I was first introduced to fostering at the age of 11 as my sister was in a mother and baby placement. My understanding of fostering back then was that it was similar to adoption, that people offered stable homes and support to young people, but just not on a permanent basis…”
Sally-Ann and Ryan
TACT Foster Carers since 2017, West Midlands.
Visit a FOSTERING INFORMATION EVENT
Come along to one of our fostering information sessions to learn more about the rewarding experience of fostering.
These sessions provide an opportunity to meet our team, ask questions, and get a detailed understanding of the fostering process.
Whether you’re just starting to consider fostering or ready to take the next step, our sessions are designed to provide you with all the information you need.
- September 26, 2024
- Dudley, West Midlands,
- Time: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Dudley Fostering Information Event
TACT West Midlands are hosting a Fostering Information Session at Dudley Library on Thursday 26th September between 9.30am – 5.30pm.
- December 6, 2024
- West Midlands, Wolverhampton,
- Time: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Wolverhampton Fostering Information Event
TACT West Midlands are hosting a Fostering Information Session at the Mander Centre, Wolverhampton on Friday 6th December between 9am – 5.30pm.
news & Updates
Keeping you connected with what’s happening in your local area.
TACT West Midlands given ‘good’ Ofsted rating
The fostering service delivered by charity TACT’s West Midlands team, has been rated good by Ofsted. Inspectors praised the service, reporting that ‘Children make good progress from their starting points.
Foster Carer Stories
Discover what other TACT foster carers across the West Midlands have to say about their experiences.
“The children are treated as our own”
Alex, a TACT foster carer since 2010, shares how the children in her care are treated as her own. She appreciates the continuous support from TACT and finds great pride in celebrating the children’s achievements and reuniting siblings.
“Having a child in the family helps new children to settle”
Sophie’s presence helped new foster children settle more easily, offering comfort and familiarity. Her involvement made foster children feel included and loved, creating a supportive environment that eased their transition and helped them quickly adapt to their new home.
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