Our Fostering & SGO Advice Helpline is a confidential, impartial advisory service for FosterTalk members, provided by qualified Social Workers with a background in adoption and fostering. Our advisors are available 9am-5pm Monday to Friday via phone or email.

FosterTalk members receive free, impartial legal support - at any time of the day or night. Our 24-hour helpline offers fast, professional advice on a range of legal matters from qualified lawyers for you and your entire fostering household.

We all need a little extra support at times. That's why we offer around-the-clock confidential counselling delivered by a team of clinically trained and qualified experts who are BACP accredited.

We know that insurance policies need to be specific to you and your foster family. That's why our team of insurance brokers provide tailored quotes to suit your needs across car, business and home insurance including:

In the event of an allegation arising as a result of your fostering role, FosterTalk membership provides insurance cover for you and your extended family which includes historical and intervenor cover.

Our legal insurance also includes the services of a solicitor if you are interviewed under caution regarding an allegation.

Our friendly, professional experts are on hand to answer any tax, benefits and National Insurance questions that matter to Foster Carers.

Our 24hr medical helpline provides instant access to medical information and advice for you and your family at any time of the day or night. Our team can provide confidential advice on symptoms, vaccinations and a range of lifestyle issues.

We keep our members connected with quarterly magazines and monthly newsletters. Packed with real-life stories and regular features, they’re a great way to keep up to date with the latest industry news and views.

Join FosterTalk to celebrate the amazing achievements of Foster Carers, Social Workers and fostering supporters in our annual FosterTalk awards. Members will be able to submit nominations and be nominated across our categories. You can also join in with the celebrations via our online ceremony.

Save on every day essentials from food shopping, days out, gifts and much more with our dedicated online savings portal for FosterTalk members. Already a member? Log into your discount portal here to start saving!

Our qualified team of advisors can support you with all education issues - and they're only a phone call or email away. From advice on school admissions, exclusions and appeals to guidance on uniforms and homework, we're here to help.

Taxes can be daunting but, with our support, you won't have to worry about a thing. Let the experts at BK Plus take care of your tax return for a special discounted rate, just for FosterTalk members.

We know that dealing with financial issues can be daunting, especially when you are self-employed, but by having a free telephone helpline and by offering face-to-face consultations with a professional financial adviser we hope to set your mind at ease.

Gain exclusive access to our online, members only events. Featuring talks from industry experts and guest speakers from across the fostering and child care sector. Our online events give you the chance to learn new skills, be inspired and understand more about your FosterTalk benefits.