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Early access to preschool from age 3 for children in care
Children who are or have been in care are eligible to attend preschool after their 3rd birthday.
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COVID-19 one-off cash boost for our foster and kinship carers
20/03/20South Australia’s foster and kinship carers will receive a one-off, immediate $200 payment from the State Government for each child or young person in their care in a bid to help families buy essential cleaning and hygiene products to help slow the spread of coronavirus. -
Quick guide outlines the services available for children and young people in care
24/02/20As a carer, we want to help you understand the entitlements and services available to the children and young people in your care. -
Fringe 2020 – Free events for children and young people in care
10/02/20The Adelaide Fringe is an exciting time in South Australia’s calendar. As a carer, you may like to take the child or young person in your care to a Fringe activity, providing them with an opportunity to experience the atmosphere and fun of this significant community event. -
New pilot program to provide culturally specific support to kinship carers of Aboriginal children and young people
04/02/20A two-year pilot program will support new kinship carers to keep Aboriginal children and young people connected to culture and community, leading to better long-term outcomes.
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DCP's Child Protection and Carer thank you month
01 Sep -
Royal Adelaide Show – foster care information and existing carer drop-in stand
04 Sep -
National foster and kinship carer conference
10 SepNational foster and kinship carer conference10-12 September 2020Adelaide Convention CentreMore information will be available shortly for foster and kinship carers who are interested in attending the conference.Conference website: https://cfc-sa.org.au/2020nationalconference/