Become a Carer
Who can be a foster or kinship carer?
Foster and kinship carers come from all backgrounds and life stages. Any adult with room in their homes, their families and of course in their hearts to want to help a child or young person can become a foster or kinship carer. It’s that simple!
You can be:
- single, married or in a de facto relationship, including same sex couples
- part of a family that already has kids or no kids
- working, not working or retired
- from any cultural or religious background
- living in the city, town or remote community in the Northern Territory.
Busting the Myths around Foster and Kinship Care
WATCH THE VIDEO
We are committed to Aboriginal people and their communities to grow our number of kinship carers so that children and young people can stay connected to their culture, country and language.
Why become a carer?
Becoming a carer is a big step but one that can make a huge difference to a child or young person’s life. Here’s what you need to know to make the right decision for you and your family.
There are lots of different types of foster care and some may suit your family more than others.
These can include:
- emergency care – a few days help at short notice
- short term care – a few weeks or months of care
- long term care – can be until the young person has turned 18 years’ old
- respite care – a few hours or days regularly or as needed to give carers a break
- kinship care – care for family members
We are always looking for more people to become carers to support children and young people when they need it most.
If you would like to become a carer
Please submit your expression of interest and one of our team will contact you
Contact Us
To become involved in the Foster and Kinship Carers Association, contact us on 1300 352 268 or email our team at info@fkca.org.au
We work in:
Darwin .
Alice Springs .
Katherine .
Tennant Creek .