Christina and Jason's story highlights their rewarding and challenging experience fostering Lachlan, a child with autism and FASD, with the strong support of Wesley Foster Care.
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Sarah’s story: Bringing family together, no matter the distance
Foster parents Jules and Dave, on their Central Coast farm, help young people develop life skills through Wesley Mission's KickStart program.
Brodie, a former foster youth, thrives in his traineeship with Wesley Dalmar, working towards his goal of becoming a case manager with ongoing support.
Patrick’s dream to be a nurse is becoming a reality, thanks to The Honig Foundation’s generosity
Wesley Dalmar turns 100: young people set for success
Walk into Judy and Allan’s home and the first thing you’ll notice is a wall of photographs, followed by the sound of children’s laughter. Over 28 years, this inspiring couple have fostered 114 childre
Giving children and young people a voice. Read our latest report that explores how children and young people perceive safety.
Eloise’s story: scholarship helps turn career dream into reality
In 1976 Carolyn made a life-altering decision. Standing in the kitchen with her two children at the time, Carolyn heard a call on the radio for foster parents.
Ethan’s journey in foster care started when he was two. He shares how it felt to be raised by people who barely knew him but still loved him as their own son.
When Colleen and her husband, Dan, were unable to have children themselves, they saw it as an opportunity for them to give back by fostering kids who needed a home.