Service Description: Fostering is substitute family care for children and young people who, for a variety of reasons, are unable to live with their own families. Services available via the Fostering Service are Long Term Fostering, Short Term Fostering, Respite Care, Day Care Providers, Family Link and Combined Accomodation Scheme (CAS). The service currently consists of 3 Units and a Fostering Duty Worker.
Answer: An initial risk assessment of the property will identify any areas of concern. You have a responsibility to maintain your home to a high standard to ensure the health and safety of those placed with you (eg maintenance of gas appliances every 12 months by a CORGI registered worker, safety of electrical appliances and ensuring smoke detectors are fitted and operational).