National Union of Professional Foster Carers Arvostelua 

I have worked with Chris and Robin they are absolutely amazing at this job I felt so much at ease with how they handled my issues. If in doubt about joining don’t join straight away for protection you never know when you will need it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have always been scared to involve a Union but felt I had no choice and needed their support. So glad I did because after only one meeting in which Robin attended via Teams, the difference is palpable and they agreed to my request. Will definitely be using again if the need arises. Thank you.

Outstanding support from day one from NUPFC . With their guidance and knowledge we have had a very successful outcome to a lado … PROUD TO BE ABLE TO SAY “INNOCENT”
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All foster carers need there support.

If you are in or thinking about fostering. Then for your own safety and peace of mind, you need to join the NUPFC.

You are always there for us any time of day or night with your independent support and guidance , particularly Sandra Scoular
Thank you

Always feel that we matter as foster careers and that the staff are always ready to listen to us
When sometimes you feel that nobody else wants to listen to your feelings or concerns

I would like to offer my sincere thanks to Robin and his guidance in a recent matter. My foster children were refused permission to go to my daughter's wedding, despite having the full backing of their schools and written permissions given. Today after they realised the union was now involved that decision was reversed. The children can now go. The upset and emotional stress the children have been put through these last few days has been awful. Putting that aside, I am pleased that the LA have relooked at the situation and allowed the children to attend. If anyone feels that they are alone out there as fostering can at times feel such a lonely role, especially as a single carer. You aren't. Join the NUPFC. peace of mind this will bring to you is worth every penny. Thanks again to Robin and the NUPFC.

Well I couldn't have got through a SOC/ the LA not returning the children who had been in my care for 4+ years without the Union (and inparticular Chris). The children were returned after nearly 5 weeks. The support and daily phone calls and updates were amazing. Gave me the strength to keep fighting. Join today as it could happen to you and you will need the support.

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Robin has been very supportive of me when I went through issue with an agency I worked for. It went to arbitration and was resolved and then I moved to a new agency, who have been brilliant to work for. Robin was always there when needed.

I feel if I needed them I would get the support I need

They have a personal touch feel they care great having them in your corner . The work they are doing to acknowledge foster care as a legal profession is very important.

We had an allegation against us and the union advised us extremely well throughout the whole process. The union rep (Chris) who dealt with our case was always either available when we called or messaged, or phoned us back the same day.

When we were unlucky enough to be faced with allegations and LADO. We felt alone and anxious so contacted the union. So glad we did Robin responded straight away even though it was late into the evening. He has supported us with empathy and professionalism.
Definitely recommend joining the support was outstanding

My wife and I are kinship carers for two beautiful amazing children. Though we are just now going through our fight against Social Services ( toughest time of our lives) I felt it would be good for me to write a review though we have no conclusion yet. It occurred to me that there could be carers like us elsewhere who are being put through the same anguish as we are by Social services through this festive Christmas period, so I decided to write this review already so it could be a little help to anybody considering things.

We contacted the NUPFC after being advised to do so by another support charity. ( Enza at Kinship Carers Uk). We were not already members ( which we really regret) and we promptly ( though nervously) paid the £1000 to contribute towards help from NUPFC. We’re not wealthy people so we were quite unsure.

Over the past week or so we have been in touch with councillors, children’s advocates, a range of solicitors, as well as other professionals and Robin & Sandra from NUPFC. We have to say , though we have not had the result we need yet, we definately feel the £1000 we payed was the best spent money ever. Robin and Sandra have been so amazing. They are the only professionals and individuals who have been here for us and available to us all day every single day. As one can imagine, all other professionals went dark a minute after 5pm and over the weekend; however NUPFC have been working for us and the children, and have been available to help us, to answer our panicked nervous questions and guiding us at all hours of every single day. They have been the quickest to act, quickest to make moves, most supportive and understanding. If I could chose to have one organisation with us I would chose NUPFC, without a doubt. It is my intention, once we come out of this difficult time, to keep my membership and continue contributions as much as possible whether the future has us being carers or not.

Thankyou so much NUPFC, specifically Robin and Sandra. You guys are no less than guardian angels.

Spoke to union about 3pm today, regarding issue previous evening, no support off La or agency! Robin replied and has taken full control of the situation and stood up to bullying tactics! Has also checked in on me this evening checking in on mine and the children’s welfare
First time ever needing a union but very highly recommended and very grateful as a carer

The National Union of Professional Foster Carers has been an exceptional source of support and expertise. Their advice is consistently clear, practical, and rooted in real experience, which makes a substantial difference when navigating complex fostering situations. The guidance they provide is accessible, timely, and genuinely empowering, helping foster carers feel confident and well-informed.

What stands out most is their commitment to protection and advocacy. They work tirelessly to ensure that foster carers’ rights, safety, and voices are upheld, creating a sense of security that is invaluable in this profession. Their depth of knowledge in fostering policy and best practice is remarkable, and they communicate it in a way that is both professional and compassionate.

The care they show for both foster carers and the children we support is evident in everything they do. This is an organisation that truly understands the challenges and rewards of foster care and is dedicated to elevating the profession. I highly recommend the National Union of Professional Foster Carers to anyone seeking strong, informed, and caring support.

We've found the support offered by the union invaluable. They have consistently been there when asked, providing expert advice and support during meetings with the council. Without them I'm not sure we would have had the positive outcome we did.

We contacted the union after we had a couple of stressful years following our complaint that was upheld against a SW and the service. We felt we were being bullied, this resulted in an Allegation ( which was unfounded almost straight away) and a concern. We had to go to panel, which then changed to an Early review. We challenged the reports as they kept changing the reasons and wording to be biased against us, and there was certainly no transparency as things were added without our knowledge. As soon as we said the union was interested and wanted the information we saw a difference. Before Chris spoke at our first meeting with our SW she was backtracking and apologising for aspects that were not transparent. At panel, Chris reminded the chair about minimum standards, he spoke precisely and to the point. Our outcome was positive but we are quite sure it wouldn't have been if it wasn't for the union and especially Chris. Our only regret is that we didn't join earlier when our long term child had to leave us. Thank you for all your support