This blog is part of our family involved series, which explores how recognising and including the important people in a child’s life strengthens their sense of identity, belonging, and healing.
Becoming a foster carer is a life-changing decision, one that comes with a lot of questions. We’ve pulled together some of the most common queries we receive to help you better
‘When you plant a lettuce and it doesn’t grow well, you don’t blame the lettuce. You look for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves in foster care: the big picture. Or more specifically, how kids are shaped by all the pieces of
Getting the right support can make a big difference. Here’s how we can help. At Challenge Community Services, we believe every person deserves the right support to live a more
If you’ve been thinking about moving out of home for the first time into NDIS-funded accommodation, you might be wondering where to start. Understanding what is available, how the funding
If you’ve ever watched a child completely absorbed in a cardboard box spaceship, a tea party with invisible guests, or a Lego city that’s somehow both a zoo and a
We’re excited to announce that our Challenge Allied Health team is now offering EMDR at our Tamworth location. This evidence-based treatment is a valuable addition to our suite of allied
Image by Back to the Bay. This week’s powerful Home and Away storyline introduces us to Cohen, a young boy whose life has been turned upside down after his mother,
Caring for children who’ve been through hard stuff isn’t always rainbows and warm fuzzies. There are moments (maybe whole weeks!) when it’s exhausting, confusing, and just plain hard. But there’s
