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Foster Wales Bridgend Maethu Cymru Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr

Could you help us build secure, stable futures for local children? Foster homes are a place where young people can laugh, learn and be loved.

We’re Foster Wales Bridgend, part of the national network of all 22 Local Authority fostering services in Wales. Every child has their own unique needs, and every single foster family provides something different to meet those needs. We focus on the purpose, not profit of foster care and our Bridgend team is dedicated to helping every child in our local area who needs us. We work hard to find a ma

tch that’s perfect for them, keeping them in their own community, school and near family if possible. We’re always looking for unique and caring individuals from all sorts of backgrounds to join our close-knit community of foster carers. Right now, there are children in our community who simply need someone to listen to them. To be there for them. We encourage carers from all walks of life – no matter your age, sexuality or relationship status – to join our welcoming team. It’s your life experience and ability to care that we look for.
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Mae cartrefi maeth yn rhywle lle gall pobl ifanc chwerthin, dysgu a chael eu caru. Mae gan bob plentyn ei anghenion unigryw ei hun, ac mae pob teulu maeth yn darparu rhywbeth gwahanol i ddiwallu’r anghenion hynny. Rydyn ni’n canolbwyntio ar bwrpas gofal maeth, dim elw gofal maeth, ac mae ein tîm wedi ymrwymo i helpu pob plentyn yn ein hardal leol sydd ein hangen ni. Rydyn ni’n gweithio’n galed i ddod o hyd i ofalwr maeth sy’n berffaith iddyn nhw, gan eu cadw yn eu cymuned, eu hysgol a ger eu teulu os oes modd. Rydyn ni wastad yn chwilio am unigolion unigryw a gofalgar o bob math o gefndiroedd i ymuno â’n cymuned glòs o ofalwyr maeth. Ar hyn o bryd mae yna blant yn ein cymuned sydd angen rhywun i wrando arnyn nhw. Rhywun i fod yno iddyn nhw. Rydyn ni’n annog gofalwyr o bob cefndir – beth bynnag yw eich oedran, eich rhywioldeb neu eich statws perthynas – i ymuno â’n tîm croesawgar. Eich profiad o fywyd a’ch gallu i ofalu yw’r hyn rydyn ni’n chwilio amdano.

07/09/2026

💜 Mythbusting Mondays

Can I foster if I'm gay?
Yes! Foster carers come from all backgrounds and walks of life.
What matters is your ability to provide a loving, supportive and safe home where a child can thrive. We welcome enquiries from LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.

“We love caring for children. Some children have been through so much in their young lives, they deserve the best, and we do our best to give them lots of love.” Heather, foster carer

❤️ Know someone who would make a great foster carer? Share this post with them.

www.bridgend.fosterwales.gov.wales/who-can-foster

07/09/2026

💜 Dydd Llun Chwalu Mythau

Alla i faethu os ydw i'n hoyw?
Ie! Daw gofalwyr maeth o bob cefndir a phob math o fywyd. Yr hyn sy'n bwysig yw eich gallu i ddarparu cartref cariadus, cefnogol a diogel lle gall plentyn ffynnu. Rydym yn croesawu ymholiadau gan unigolion a chyplau LGBTQ+.

“Rydym wrth ein bodd yn gofalu am blant. Mae rhai plant wedi mynd trwy gymaint yn eu bywydau ifanc, maen nhw'n haeddu'r gorau, ac rydym yn gwneud ein gorau i roi llawer o gariad iddyn nhw.” Heather, gofalwr maeth

❤️ Ydych chi'n adnabod rhywun a fyddai'n gwneud gofalwr maeth gwych? Rhannwch y post hwn gyda nhw.

www.penybont.maethucymru.llyw.cymru/pwy-all-faethu

03/09/2026

💭 Thinking about fostering but not sure where to start? Join our friendly online Q&A and have a relaxed chat with our team and a current foster carer.

No question is too small, too silly, or too awkward. Whether you're wondering about the application process, support available, or what fostering is really like day-to-day, we're here to help.

Hear first-hand experiences, get honest answers, no pressure, and find out if fostering could be right for you. 🤗

Book your free place here 👇
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fosterwales/2383700
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Ydych chi'n ystyried maethu ond ddim yn siŵr ble i ddechrau? Ymunwch â'n sesiwn holi ac ateb gyfeillgar ar-lein a chael sgwrs hamddenol gyda'n tîm a gofalwr maeth presennol.

Does dim cwestiwn yn rhy fach, yn rhy hurt, nac yn rhy lletchwith. P'un a ydych chi'n pendroni am y broses ymgeisio, y gefnogaeth sydd ar gael, neu sut beth yw maethu o ddydd i ddydd, rydyn ni yma i helpu.

Clywch brofiadau uniongyrchol, cewch atebion gonest, dim pwysau, a darganfyddwch a allai maethu fod yn iawn i chi.

31/08/2026

💜 Mythbusting Mondays

Can I foster if I'm in my 20s or 30s?
Yes! As long as you're over 21, you can enquire about becoming a foster carer.
We do encourage you to gain a bit of life experience, but age alone doesn't determine your ability to provide the care, support and stability a child needs.

🔄 Share this post to help someone learn more about fostering, or visit our website to find out more: www.bridgend.fosterwales.gov.wales/who-can-foster

31/08/2026

💜 Dydd Llun Chwalu Mythau

Alla i faethu os ydw i yn fy 20au neu 30au?
Ydw! Cyn belled â'ch bod chi dros 21 oed, gallwch chi ymholi ynglŷn â dod yn ofalwr maeth.

Rydym yn eich annog i ennill ychydig o brofiad bywyd, ond nid yw oedran yn unig yn pennu eich gallu i ddarparu'r gofal, y gefnogaeth a'r sefydlogrwydd sydd eu hangen ar blentyn.

🔄 Rhannwch y post hwn i helpu rhywun i ddysgu mwy am faethu, neu ewch i'n gwefan i gael gwybod mwy.
www.penybont.maethucymru.llyw.cymru/pwy-all-faethu

24/08/2026

💜 Mythbusting Monday

Can I foster if I rent?

Yes! Whether you rent or own your home doesn't determine whether you can foster.
The most important thing is having the space to welcome a child into your home, including, in most cases, a spare bedroom where they can have their own space.

“I thought I’d be ruled out because I rent, but If your home is safe, welcoming, and you’ve got the support of your landlord, you absolutely can foster!” local authority foster carer

🏡 If renting has ever made you think fostering wasn't an option, we'd love to hear from you.

24/08/2026

💜 Dydd Llun Chwalu Mythau

Alla i faethu os ydw i'n rhentu?

Ie! Nid yw p'un a ydych chi'n rhentu neu'n berchen ar eich cartref yn pennu a allwch chi faethu.
Y peth pwysicaf yw cael y lle i groesawu plentyn i'ch cartref, gan gynnwys, yn y rhan fwyaf o achosion, ystafell wely sbâr lle gallant gael eu lle eu hunain.

“Roeddwn i’n meddwl y byddwn i’n cael fy ngwahardd oherwydd fy mod i’n rhentu, ond os yw eich cartref yn ddiogel, yn groesawgar, ac os oes gennych chi gefnogaeth eich landlord, gallwch chi faethu’n bendant!” gofalwr maeth awdurdod lleol

🏡 Os yw rhentu erioed wedi gwneud i chi feddwl nad oedd maethu yn opsiwn, byddem wrth ein bodd yn clywed gennych.

17/08/2026

💜 Mythbusting Monday

Can I foster if I'm single?

Yes! We have lots of successful single foster carers.
There is no "perfect" family set-up when it comes to fostering. What matters most is your commitment, resilience and ability to provide a safe, stable and caring home for a child.

Single foster carer Rob shared: “My fostering experience has been both rewarding and challenging at times, but above all, it has been full of unforgettable memories.”

✨ If fostering is something you've been thinking about, enquire via our website for an informal chat!

17/08/2026

💜 Dydd Llun Chwalu Mythau

Alla i faethu os ydw i'n sengl?

Ydw! Mae gennym ni lawer o ofalwyr maeth sengl llwyddiannus.
Nid oes trefniant teuluol "perffaith" o ran maethu. Yr hyn sydd bwysicaf yw eich ymrwymiad, eich gwydnwch a'ch gallu i ddarparu cartref diogel, sefydlog a gofalgar i blentyn.

Rhannodd y gofalwr maeth sengl Rob: “Mae fy mhrofiad maethu wedi bod yn werth chweil ac yn heriol ar adegau, ond yn anad dim, mae wedi bod yn llawn atgofion bythgofiadwy.”

✨ Os ydych chi wedi bod yn ystyried maethu, ymholwch drwy ein gwefan am sgwrs anffurfiol!

10/08/2026

💜 Mythbusting Monday

Can I foster if I have children of my own?

Yes! Many foster carers have children of their own. Every fostering family looks different, and for many children, the experience of having a sibling can be incredibly positive.

“Our girls have been patient and kind, but most of all, mature in their approach to accepting the change of having a new member of the family in our house. They have loved the whole experience and that makes us both proud and happy.” Amy, foster carer

👉 If you've ever wondered whether fostering could fit in with your family life, we'd love to chat.

Address

Civic Offices, Angel Street
Bridgend
CF314WB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.bridgend.fosterwales.gov.wales/

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