Foster care stories and news
Read about people who are foster carers with Baptcare - how they made the decision to get started, the highs and lows, and what they have learned along the way.
Plus, get helpful information from the Baptcare foster care team. We talk to people in the Melbourne's northern and western suburbs every day to help them understand if foster care is right for their lives and what it takes to start the process.
24 Jun 2019
Read why Andria and her family decided to become foster carers.
09 Aug 2017
What are the challenges that foster carers face?
09 Aug 2017
Foster carers open up about the unexpected rewards
21 Jul 2017
What training and support does Baptcare provide for foster carers?
14 Jul 2017
How does being a foster carer fit into your life?
06 Jul 2017
Becoming a foster carer: Families tell their stories
15 Feb 2017
The typical foster carer? There's no such thing...
03 Feb 2017
Tips for a smooth start to the school year
20 Dec 2016
A Christmas reflection: Do you have a place for a child in need?
21 Nov 2016
Your kids and your decision to offer foster care
05 Oct 2016
Ten golden rules for parents and foster carers of teenagers
20 Sep 2016
Are you ready to be a foster carer?