At Perpetual Fostering we pride ourselves on our stringent matching process which gives us a high level of positive outcomes. The referral process can take anything from one day to several weeks dependant upon the type of placement required. 

Referral from Local Authority		Consider all requirements/needs for a good match		Telephone call to prospective carers
		Child/young person moves into placement		Form F sent to Local Authority Social Worker
		Introductions made between carer and child		Match considered by Local Authority