Better Futures (Post Care)

This program helps Aboriginal young people leaving out-of-home care to make steps towards independence and a rewarding life ahead.

What we offer

We support and work with young people to:

• Connect with family and culture
• Access practical help when leaving care
• Connect with their communities and local support networks
• Navigate the steps towards independence and a rewarding life.

We have Youth Advocates and a Key Worker who deliver this this program with four partners led by Life Without Barriers.

Get started

Leaving care to independent living can be made easier with support, please get in touch today if you or friend, family member or client needs support.

           Home Stretch Funding                                  Flexible Funding                              Information for Carers

Better Futures Resources

For Young People

• Leaving Better Futures - Eastern - Find resources and information to help support your independence in Melbourne's East - Accessible
• Independent Living Document Checklist - Documents and personal resources you'll need when living on your own - Accessible
• Levels of Support - See how Better Futures workers will change the way they support you along your journey - Accessible
• Funding with Better Futures - Find out about Better Futures flexible funding and how this can support your goals for independence - Accessible

For Carers

• Better Futures - Information for Carers - Essential information for Carers with a child entering the Better Futures program - Accessible

For Practitioners and Sector Professionals

• Better Futures Eligibility - Find out if a young person you work with is eligible for the Better Futures program - Accessible
• Roles and Responsibilities - Learn what role Better Futures workers play in supporting a young person's jounrney to independence - Accessible

Locations