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MSF Fostering Scheme

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What is Fostering

The best place for a child is in the family. The MSF Fostering Scheme helps foster children below the age of 18 years old to find foster families to meet their daily needs, shower them with love, care and nurturance.
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Supports and Benefits for Foster Parents

You are never alone in this fostering journey - MSF is with you every step of the way. Find out more about the support and benefits available to you.
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Upcoming Events

MSF holds regular events and sharing sessions to promote fostering. Find out more about what’s upcoming.

 

 

Fostering Starter Kit

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General Starter Kit
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For Married Couples
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For Retired Couples
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For Families with Teenagers
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For Families with Young Children
General Starter Kit For Married Couples For Retired Couples For Families with Teenagers For Families with Young Children
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Apply to be a Foster Parent

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The application and assessment process takes about three months. The step-by-step guide here provides an overview of the fostering application and assessment process.

Read Guide

Can I Foster?

Check if you can apply to be a foster parent.

Check Eligibility
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“My foster children have taught me many things. Even though they come from difficult backgrounds, they love us unconditionally. In opening our hearts and our home, we have received so much more in return.”

Audrey Lourdes Thomas, Foster Parent
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Contact Us

MSF Consolidated Hotline

1800-111-2222

To reach the Fostering division, say “Foster” when prompted by the virtual assistant.

 

Whatsapp

9645 8231

Email

fostering@msf.gov.sg

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History of Fostering

Conceived in 1956, the MSF Fostering Scheme provides a safe, stable and nurturing home environment to children and young persons who have been abused, neglected or abandoned.

Seasons of Love

Foster parents are volunteers who provide safety, stability and nurturance to children and young persons who need it the most: Those who have been abused, neglected or even abandoned.

Big Little Moments

Would you be willing to open your hearts and homes to our vulnerable children and young persons?