Carer allowances and fees

To recognise the important and professional role that carers provide we offer competitive pay. Carers receive both an allowance and a fee for each and every child they look after.

For full details of fees and allowances download Carers_Rates_2021

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Foster or Adopt Drop-ins are postponed until further notice. 31 March 2020

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Foster with Edinburgh is the City of Edinburgh Council’s fostering service. We are committed to finding the best carers for Edinburgh’s children and host families to care for unaccompanied asylum seeking young people arriving from overseas. Contact us.

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