If you become a foster carer, you will be primarily supported by the child’s care team, who will help you navigate how to best provide care for each individual child.
The Department also have Aboriginal Practice Leaders, psychologists and education officers available to support the cultural, psychological and educational needs of the child or children you care for.
You will be invited to functions, events and information sessions so you can meet other foster carers and learn new skills.
Foster carers and their families also have access to free, confidential counselling services, should they want it.
Foster Care Association of WA
The is an independent organisation that supports Foster Carers and advocates on their behalf.
Foster Families South West Inc.
is a not for profit association supporting foster carers in the South West region of WA.
OurSPACE WA
is a free state-wide counselling service for Communities’ foster and family carers who require some extra support.
