Additional benefits
In addition to payments and allowances, all ten local councils across Greater Manchester provide foster carers with access to a range of additional benefits and rewards cards. These offers vary across each local council but may include.
- Free leisure / gym membership.
- Free or discounted access to local family attractions, museums etc.
- Blue Light Card: The UK’s leading discount service for those working in the social care sector. https://www.bluelightcard.co.uk/en
- Max Card: The UK’s leading discount card for cared for and looked after children. Families can use their Max Card at venues across the UK to get free or discounted admission. https://mymaxcard.co.uk/
- Vivup: Council benefits scheme offering discounts on retail, leisure & shopping, and access to health and wellbeing benefits.