Looking to Transfer?
Looking to Transfer?
Sometimes, after years of giving so much of yourself to children in care, you might find that your current fostering agency doesn’t feel like the right fit anymore. Whatever your reason, it matters — and it deserves to be understood. We make transferring to us as straightforward and respectful as possible, with support every step of the way.
Sometimes, after years of giving so much of yourself to children in care, you might find that your current fostering agency doesn’t feel like the right fit anymore. Whatever your reason, it matters — and it deserves to be understood. We make transferring to us as straightforward and respectful as possible, with support every step of the way.
No pressure
No pressure
A Simple, Supportive Way to Transfer
A Simple, Supportive Way to Transfer
A Simple, Supportive Way to Transfer
You don’t have to have all the answers before you get in touch — just a willingness to talk. Many carers find the easiest next step is simply to pick up the phone. We’ll listen with no pressure, no judgement, and no obligation.
You don’t have to have all the answers before you get in touch — just a willingness to talk. Many carers find the easiest next step is simply to pick up the phone. We’ll listen with no pressure, no judgement, and no obligation.
The process
The process
How It Works — In Plain Terms
How It Works — In Plain Terms
How It Works — In Plain Terms
1) Let’s talk first — we’ll arrange a time to speak that suits you. 2) We’ll visit you — often within a week, to answer questions and explore options. 3) If you choose to transfer — with your permission, we’ll review your existing fostering records and guide you through the formal steps. 4) Your approval with us begins when your current approval ends (you can’t be registered with two agencies at once).
1) Let’s talk first — we’ll arrange a time to speak that suits you. 2) We’ll visit you — often within a week, to answer questions and explore options. 3) If you choose to transfer — with your permission, we’ll review your existing fostering records and guide you through the formal steps. 4) Your approval with us begins when your current approval ends (you can’t be registered with two agencies at once).
At a glance
At a glance
About Homefinding & Fostering
About Homefinding & Fostering
Founded in Kent in 1996. Supporting foster carers and children across Kent and London for over 25 years.
Founded in Kent in 1996. Supporting foster carers and children across Kent and London for over 25 years.
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Supported extensively
We have had a year full of fun, turbulence, laughter, sadness and have been supported extensively with each stage
Foster carer
Gillingham, 2025
Really appreciated.
Fostering isnt easy, and being surrounded by people who care and understand foster carers is very important. Their help and positive contributions are really appreciated.
Foster carer
London 2025
Always there to support me
Whether I am having a tough day or celebrating a success, she ( foster carer) is always there to support me
Foster Child
Maidstone, 2025
Children first
Children first
Keeping Stability Front of Mind
Keeping Stability Front of Mind
If you have children placed with you, everyone involved — including your current agency and the placing local authority — will work together so the transition doesn’t disrupt the child’s care plan or routines. This is standard practice and part of the Transfer Protocol used across England to protect children’s wellbeing.
If you have children placed with you, everyone involved — including your current agency and the placing local authority — will work together so the transition doesn’t disrupt the child’s care plan or routines. This is standard practice and part of the Transfer Protocol used across England to protect children’s wellbeing.
Support that fits
Support that fits
Why Carers Choose to Transfer
Why Carers Choose to Transfer
People look for a change for many reasons — whether it’s a desire for more frequent support from a named supervising social worker, or a sense that their voice hasn’t been fully heard. With us, support means a team of driving and support staff available for the practical needs. Supporting you to support the children in your home by a: • A team who knows you by name • Trauma-informed training tailored to the children you care for • Practical advice on allowances, paperwork and best practice • Supportive conversations at every stage
People look for a change for many reasons — whether it’s a desire for more frequent support from a named supervising social worker, or a sense that their voice hasn’t been fully heard. With us, support means a team of driving and support staff available for the practical needs. Supporting you to support the children in your home by a: • A team who knows you by name • Trauma-informed training tailored to the children you care for • Practical advice on allowances, paperwork and best practice • Supportive conversations at every stage
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ME14 5NZ
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Our Address
The Homefinding & Fostering Agency
Vinters Park
Maidstone
ME14 5NZ
© 2026 Homefinding & Fostering Agency.