Become a Foster Carer – provide support for vulnerable children and young people
UMFC’s Care Services program ranges from general to intensive support for children and young people who are unable to live with their parents. The programs include foster care, kinship care and carer support.
Change a child’s life, become a foster carer
Change a Child’s Life — Become a Foster Carer
UMFC is seeking compassionate people from all walks of life to become foster carers.
Your care matters.
Foster care provides children with the stability, support, and love they need to thrive.
Your impact lasts.
With training and ongoing support, UMFC empowers carers to make a lasting difference — offering safety, guidance, and a sense of belonging to children in need.
Events – Foster Care Information Sessions
UMFC run information sessions for those interested in becoming foster carers. Make a booking to attend one of our scheduled online or in-person sessions or contact our Team to arrange a session time that suits you!
You will never be alone in caring for a child or young person. Foster Carers are supported by UMFC’s Carer Assessment and Support Team offering:
- professional training in association with The Australian Childhood Foundation
- specialist training if you will be looking after Aboriginal children or children with special needs
- Regular contact from a Case Worker
- 24 hour on-call service offering emotional support and practical advice
- Nontaxable financial support to help cover the costs that come with being a foster carer
- Carer Support Groups, events and the chance to connect with other foster carers
- Read our Foster Care Information Pack below
- Attend an Information Session, with flexible options for online, in person and individual sessions
- Contact the UMFC Carer Assessment Support Team on 026055800 to register your interest.
- Contact the UMFC Carer Assessment Support Team on 026055800 to register your interest. There is no commitment needed, our team can answer any questions you have.
Meet Melanie – Foster Carer
“We’ve felt a real sense of achievement and satisfaction. I know we’ve made a difference.”
– Melany, Foster Carer
Become a Carer Today
Ready to find out more about becoming a carer? Get in touch with questions or request more information.
