Be a foster carer - help a child who can't live at home

Contact us

If you would like more information about foster care, visit the websites of the agencies listed on the Apply today! page.

You can also phone 1800 2 FOSTER (1 800 236 783) to find out more about foster caring.

There are support agencies for foster carers - you can call or visit their websites for more information.

Already made an application?

If you have applied to be a foster carer and want to know how your application is progressing, please contact the agency you applied with.

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If you have questions or feedback about this website, contact the web manager.

“Fostering is an amazing way of giving something back. You need a good sense of humour and to be able to deal with different people in different circumstances. You also need plenty of patience.”

Hannah