Kinship and Foster Care Program

This service supports foster and kinship carers to build up their capacity. It is a voluntary, case management program that is delivered by outreach.

What does this program offer?

In the home environment, foster and kinship carers provide a place of safety and healing for children and young people who have sometimes experienced hurt or trauma. Our Kinship and Foster Care Program supports carers with evidence-based education to help them undertake this important role.

Who can access this program?

Foster and Kinship Carers referred from Child Safety Services.

$
What does it cost?

Price on application.

How to access this program?

This service is available in the South of Tasmania. Referrals are made through Child Safety Services.

If you would like to know more about this service please call Call 1800 819 447 or (03) 6332 0600 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday or email family.programs@aohtas.org.au

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What does this program offer?

In the home environment, foster and kinship carers provide a place of safety and healing for children and young people who have sometimes experienced hurt or trauma. Our Kinship and Foster Care Program supports carers with evidence-based education to help them undertake this important role.

Who can access this program?

Foster and Kinship Carers referred from Child Safety Services.

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What does it cost?

Price on application.

How to access this program?

This service is available in the South of Tasmania. Referrals are made through Child Safety Services.

If you would like to know more about this service please call Call 1800 819 447 or (03) 6332 0600 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday or email family.programs@aohtas.org.au

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Children’s Counselling
We have counseling and support groups for children and young people.
Communities for Children
Communities for children (C4C) has fun activities and supportive programs for families in the Burnie area who have children 0 to 12 years of age.
Drumbeat
A drumming group for kids or adults to help build confidence, improve social skills and help with strong emotions.
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Counselling sessions for couples to learn new skills and strategies to enhance and support their relationship, both before and after marriage.