Printable poster with information on the support available for foster and kinship carers.
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Support for foster and kinship carers poster (pdf, 805.73 KB)
All foster and kinship carers are valued and recognised for your essential role in children’s lives.
You should expect support to provide a safe and caring environment to meet the needs of children and young people in care.
Child Safety is committed to providing you with:
- financial and practical support
- regular formal support
- respite care
- crisis support when needed
- training and development.
You should also expect:
| Updates | You will receive ongoing information about the child you have cared for, including their medical, emotional and developmental needs. |
| Treatment | You will be treated fairly and equally with courtesy, respect and personal dignity. You will be recognised for your unique knowledge and contributions to caring for the child in care. |
| Complaints | You can raise concerns or make complaints about services or support. To make a complaint, contact Child Safety on 1800 080 464. |
| Advocacy | You have the right to advocacy and support during standard of care reviews, investigations and assessments. Child Safety Officers will help identify a support person or advocate to assist you. |
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