If you are looking for foster care in Llanelli, Carmarthen, Ammanford or anywhere in Carmarthenshire, there are local services right on your doorstep. Carmarthenshire County Council’s fostering service, Foster Wales Carmarthenshire (Maethu Cymru Sir Gâr), is based in Llanelli, and there are independent agencies in the county too.
Fostering agencies and services in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire
Fostering services in Llanelli and Carmarthenshire:
- Foster Wales Carmarthenshire/Maethu Cymru Sir Gar – Ty Elwyn, Church St, Llanelli SA15 3AP
- Family Fostering Partners Wales – Unit 1, Block B, Llys y Barcud, Clos, Gelli Rd, Cross Hands, Llanelli SA14 6RX
- Calon Cymru Fostering Carmarthen – 6, Ty Myrddin, Old Station Rd, Carmarthen SA31 1LP
Fostering services near Llanelli & Carmarthenshire
- Foster Wales Swansea – Guildhall Rd N, Swansea SA1 4PE
- Foster Wales Pembrokeshire/Maethu Cymru Sir Benfro – Argyle St, Pembroke Dock SA72 6HL
- Maethu Cymru Ceredigion / Foster Wales Ceredigion – Penmorfa, Aberaeron SA46 0PA
- Foster Wales Neath Port Talbot – Civic Centre, Neath SA11 3QZ
You can also browse all fostering agencies in Wales.
Good to know: Wales is removing profit from children’s care. Since April 2026 no new profit-making fostering agencies can register in Wales, and from April 2027 existing profit-making agencies can no longer approve new foster carers. If you are starting your fostering journey in Wales, your local Foster Wales team or a not-for-profit agency is the best place to begin.
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Get matched with a fostering agencyWhat fostering is like in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire is a large county with towns, coast and farming communities, and many children speak Welsh at home and school. Bilingual carers are especially welcome, and there is need for carers of teenagers and sibling groups.
How much do foster carers get paid in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire?
Foster carers in Wales receive an allowance to cover the cost of caring for a child, based on the Welsh Government’s national minimum allowance, and most services also pay a fee for the carer’s time and skills. Rates vary by the child’s age and needs, so ask each service for its current fees and allowances before you decide.
For full 2026/27 rates across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, see How much do foster carers get paid?
How to become a foster carer in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire
Whichever service you choose, the route to approval follows the same main steps:
- Make an enquiry – a short, no-obligation chat with your chosen service.
- Home visit – a social worker visits to talk about fostering and your home.
- Training – a preparation course such as Skills to Foster.
- Assessment – a detailed assessment over a few months, including checks and references.
- Fostering panel – an independent panel recommends whether you are approved.
Fostering in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire: FAQs
Do I need to own my home to foster in Llanelli & Carmarthenshire?
No. You can rent or own, as long as your home is safe and you have a spare bedroom for a foster child. Read more in our guide Can I foster if I don’t own my home?
Can I foster if I work full-time?
Often, yes – especially for older children or short breaks. Every service has its own policy, so ask Foster Wales Carmarthenshire and any agency you contact. See Can you foster if you work full-time?
How long does it take to become a foster carer?
Most assessments take around four to six months from your first enquiry to approval at fostering panel.
Other places
Also see fostering in Swansea and all fostering agencies in Wales.