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Stretch-A-Family

Stretch-A-Family is looking for individuals, couples and families from all cultures and walks of life to become Foster Carers for children and young people aged 10+ who are unable to live with their own families.

Stretch-A-Family is a small not-for-profit organisation which has been providing specialist adolescent Foster Care in Sydney since 1977.

If you have experience caring for teenagers, have a spare room, are over 25, live in the Sydney Metropolitan area and are interested in helping a young person reach their potential then please contact us for more information.

Stretch-A-Family undertakes a comprehensive matching process to link potential Foster Carers with young people. Foster Carers receive initial and ongoing training, 24 hour specialist support, a generous tax free allowance and the personal reward of having a positive impact on a young persons’ life.

Regional area

Sydney.

Types of care provided

Respite care (10 years +) and long-term care (young people aged 10 years to independence)

Contact

Visit the Stretch-A-Family website

Phone Michelle, Renee or Kerri - 9569 6933