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Youth Care UPA

Youth Care UPA is a program run by the United Protestant Association (UPA) Far North Coast to provide a secure, safe and caring alternate living arrangement for those young people who cannot or choose not to live with their natural families.

Youth Care UPA provides foster care to young people by placing them with carers that are recruited, trained and supported by Youth Care UPA in a manner which is consistent with the identified needs of young people. Carers receive an allowance for the care of these young people.

Regional area

Lismore, Ballina, Tweed Heads and surrounding areas.

Types of care provided

Respite, short and long term care.

Contact

Visit the Youth Care UPA website

Phone - 6628 1255