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Joining FosterTalk is simple! If you are a Foster Carer, Connected Carer, Special Guardian, Retired or Pre-Approval Carer then we have a membership package designed specifically for you. Just visit our memberships page and follow the steps to join online. If you need any further information, then please contact our memberships team on 0121 758 5013 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or send us a message here.

If you would like to arrange FosterTalk membership for your organisation staff and carers simply call us or complete our enquiry form and a member of our friendly team will be in touch.

FosterTalk training provide a range of courses for Fostering Organisations, Social Workers and Carers. Simply browse our available courses here and complete our group booking enquiry form to let us know your requirements and date. If you would like to speak to a member of our team about your training requirements, call us on 0121 758 5013 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm).

FosterTalk memberships provide Carers with access to a range of benefits and services all designed to give you support, peace of mind and guidance in your role as a Carer. From high street discounts through to legal protection against allegations.

You can view full details of all of our membership services and benefits here.

Our memberships start from as little as £1.99 a month* for pre-approval and only £3.99 a month* for Household membership for Foster and Connected Carers. Visit our memberships page to view all of our membership benefits, prices and how to join online.

*memberships are billed annually

FosterTalk’s Allegations Support Team (AST) provide support, guidance and advise for Foster Carers that become subject to an allegation, concern, or complaint. You can find out more about our allegations support for Foster Carers and how to make a referral here. FosterTalk membership (household, SGO and retired) also provides you with comprehensive legal cover. Our 24/7 members legal helpline will provide you with an experienced solicitor with in-depth knowledge of fostering. They’ll represent you if you are arrested or interviewed under police caution in connection with an allegation against you or a family member. You can view the levels of insurance provided in our memberships here.

If you are a FosterTalk member then our team at BK Plus can manage your tax return at a discounted rate. Simply call us on 0121 758 5013 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or email your details to enquiries@fostertalk.org

You can find out more about Tax and NI for Foster Carers here.