The survey of almost 2,500 foster carers by information provider Foster Wiki, finds that “burnout, exhaustion, or lack of breaks” was cited as another reason for considering stopping caring by a further 61% of respondents.
“This highlights the physical and emotional toll of fostering, underscoring the need for comprehensive support mechanisms to prevent caregiver fatigue,” states the report.
Meanwhile, more than half of those asked added that a lack of support for their foster child or children and the conduct of their foster service had forced them to consider quitting.
More than a third added that a fear of being the subject of “unfounded allegations” had made them wary about the role, with a further 85% saying that allegations are not “handled fairly”.
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