Perks for our foster carers

We offer our foster carers a unique perks and benefits package. Want to know more?

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We value and care for our foster carers and recognise the amazing work they do. As well as financial allowances, we also offer a unique perks and benefits package worth over £13,000.

More information about accessing our perks can be found in our terms & conditions.

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Attractions and days out

Our foster families can get Merlin Platinum annual passes for unlimited access unlimited access to the biggest UK attractions (such as Alton Towers, Legoland, Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, SEA LIFE centres and much more), free theatre tickets, annual passes at Bucks Museum and Roald Dahl Gallery as well as free events at Buckinghamshire country parks.

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Council Tax refund

Our foster carers can get a full Council Tax refund of previous year's payment if they are approved and foster for 182 days in a financial year.

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Holiday allowance

Our foster carers can get additional financial allowances for each child looked after to help with the costs of going on holiday.

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Waste and eco-friendly

Our foster carers can access free of charge upgrades like larger bins, annual garden waste subscription, up to 2 free bulky waste collections per year plus, a free compost bin and vouchers for sustainable products.

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Blue Light card

Our foster carers will receive a Blue Light card giving access to over 15,000 discounts to save in shops, restaurants and much more from large retailers to local businesses.

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Gym memberships

Our foster carers are entitled to free memberships at participating leisure centres in Buckinghamshire.

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Transport and travel

Our foster carers can get Family & Friends railcards giving 1/3 off tickets when travelling with a child, as well as free travel on Carousel buses. We are also working on offers to help with extra car capacity, such as rooftop boxes or larger car hire for trips and events away from home.

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Free parking

Our foster carers can park for free in Buckinghamshire Council owned car parks, Buckinghamshire country parks as well as travelling for free on Carousel buses.

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Digital memory book

We will provide a CaringLife digital memory book subscription to help our foster families capture and celebrate milestones and memories on their fostering journey using the CaringLife website and app.

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Home safety checks

We are working to offer payments of up to £150 towards home safety checks including gas safety checks to keep our foster families’ homes safe and efficient.

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Apple iPad and tech support

We will provide Apple iPads for our foster carers to help you manage the administration associated with caring for our children and dedicated support to help with any technical issues.

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Chat to our friendly team about joining our fostering community and how we will support you every step of the way.

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More about our fantastic perks

We have also teamed up with a wide range of businesses and services to provide more great offers and discounts to support our foster families day-to-day.

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Reach out to our friendly fostering team.

You can call us or book a time and we'll call you back for an initial chat.

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