Naturally our fees will vary considerably depending upon the type of placement required and the level of service needed to meet the requirements of the care plan. However we are confident that our fees are extremely competitive and invariably lower than other comparable providers. Please talk to us and we will be happy to quote for you.

Fees for all placements cover the following:

· Visits to the placement at least monthly when settled (more frequently if new or unsettled), plus telephone contact.
· Out of hours support for the Carer at all times.
· Up to twenty day respite care for Children per year.
· Holiday, Birthday, and Christmas allowances for Children.
· Pocket money and replacement of clothing (except for school uniforms and expenses).
· Travel costs except for courts, contact and reviews.
· Support for Carers and Children from experienced Support Workers in emergencies or as a regular commitment as agreed.
· Regular feedback to the local Authority and attendance at all placement meetings and reviews.

Fees for all Sole Placements also cover the following:

· Therapeutic consultation for trained, specialist Carers.
· Regular written reports and risk assessments

Fees for all Mother and Baby Placements also cover the following:

· Monitoring
· Access to consultation from the Beacon Lodge Trust
· Parenting skills training and preparation for independence
· Liaison with local Authority social worker and contributions to any parenting assessment

Fees for Placements do not include the following:

· Parent and Child full risk assessment
· Court Reports
· Specific therapeutic inputs for the Young Person
· Any special equipment or procedures to assist Children with disabilities.