What happens when young people with lived experience of out-of-home care are given the opportunity to decide what stories should be heard? For the young people involved in Challenge Community
The Carers for Kids NSW Carer Recognition Awards celebrate the extraordinary foster carers who go above and beyond for the children and young people in their care. This year, several
Child safety is often understood through policies, standards and compliance requirements. These are essential. They provide a clear foundation and help guide how we uphold safety, accountability and respect. But
Stress is something we all experience. For children and young people who have experienced trauma, stress can feel stronger, happen more quickly, and be harder to manage. What might seem
The festive season can be a time of joy and connection, but for many families it also brings added pressure. Routines change, expectations increase, and emotional demands often rise. Carers
This Christmas, Challenge Community Services is calling on local businesses and the community to help make sure every child in foster care feels the magic of the festive season. For
Lily joined our Albury Foster Care team in May 2021. We sat down with Lily to have a chat about her role as a caseworker, her favourite parts of the
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
Right now, in the Dubbo and western New South Wales region there are children who need a safe, loving place to call home. We need people just like you to
Our Maitland Foster Care team recently hosted a cultural event to celebrate National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, bringing together our young people in care for an afternoon
