We encourage people from different backgrounds, experiences and family types to consider becoming a foster carer. Our foster carers are:
- single, married, de facto, or in a same-sex relationship
- renting or own their own home
- working full time, part time or stay at home
- from a diverse range of cultures, with a diverse range of life experiences
- dedicated to supporting children’s connection with their family, community and culture
- committed to meeting the needs of the children and young people they care for
- committed to attending ongoing therapeutic, cultural awareness and other training.
To be a foster carer with VACCA, you must:
- be aged 21 years or over
- have good physical and emotional health.