Falkirk Council

Falkirk Council
Telephone: 01324 506070

Who can apply to be a foster carer?

Applicants must live within the Falkirk council area or within 30 miles of social work headquarters

Married or co-habiting couples must have a well-established and evidenced stable relationship minimum of 3 years

Applications are welcome from single people and gay or lesbian couples

Applicants need to be over the age of 21

Applicants must have a separate bedroom available for fostering

Applicants must be able to attend preparation groups and undergo home study of the whole family

Applicants must consent to various checks as detailed under the assessment process.

Contact Us
  • By Post: 
    Fostering & Adoption Team
    Social Work Services
    Grangemouth Social Work office
    Oxgang Road
    Grangemouth
    FK3 9EF
  • By Telephone:
    01324 508656
  • By Fax:
    01324 504344
  • By Email:
    fostering@falkirk.gov.uk