Fostering Family Training and Support
Our focus has always been on filling the gaps identified in the foster care system. We are aware of a lack of support for carer families when a placement ends, and this has been stated as a reason for foster carers leaving the system. There is currently no support provided by agencies or the department when a placement ends, which has a negative impact on the children and young people in care, as identified by Minister Kate Washington in a Sun Herald article dated 3 March 2024, where she said: "Foster carer numbers have plummeted and vulnerable children are paying the price."
Our pilot program "Coping When A Placement Ends" will help foster carers navigate this difficult time and continue caring for the most vulnerable members of our community.
We have piloted a suite of other training courses for carers based on the findings of our research report and abridged versions of these training courses are provided at our Carer Conferences.
Thanks to funding via Club Grants, we are thrilled to be able to offer the following online training via Zoom for 2025 and 2026:
Accidental Counsellor - How to listen effectively, provide empathy and a safe, non-judgemental environment for connection and support.
- 28th October 2025, 7pm
- 21st January 2026, 7pm
Coping When A Placement Ends - Support and strategies to help navigate this difficult time.
- 11th November 2025, 7pm
- 10th February 2026, 7pm
Managing Stress to Prevent Burnout - How to look after yourself so you can continue in your vital role as a foster carer.
- 25th November 2025, 7pm
- 24th February 2026, 7pm
Supporting Biological Children in a Fostering Family - How to support and empower your biological children during foster care placements.
- 16th December 2025, 7pm
- 3rd March 2026, 7pm
To register your interest for these trainings, please email wendy@fostercareangels.org.au