Barnardos Foster Care ACT
Foster and kinship care recruitment and support for children and young people in the ACT who cannot safely live with their birth family.
Barnardos provides foster and kinship care in the ACT, including short-term/crisis care, restoration care, permanent foster care, respite care, kinship care, specialised care for children aged 5-14 with complex behavioural needs, and a Lead Tenant program for young people aged 15-17 transitioning to independence. Carers receive trauma-informed training, 24/7 support and a financial allowance to cover the child's expenses.
Service details
Age
0–17 years old
Cost
Free
How to access the service
- Complete a foster care application pack
- Attend mandatory 3-day trauma-informed care training
- Undergo assessment interviews
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Barnardos Community Adolescent Programs (CAP)
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Practical, in-home support helping vulnerable ACT families keep their children safe, healthy and connected.
Barnardos Parenting Support (Canberra)
Group and one-on-one parenting programs, including HIPPY and supported playgroups, for ACT families with young children.