More than 30 households, of singles, couples and families, have already registered to attend an information session on foster caring and open adoption to be held at Raymond Terrace next week.
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CatholicCare is hosting the Foster Care and Open Adoption Information Session at St Brigid’s Parish Hall, William Street on Tuesday, June 26 from 6pm.
According to CatholicCare, in NSW alone there are almost 20,000 children and young people in Permanency Support Programs (foster care) - with 49 per cent of these children and young people living in the Hunter and Central Coast.
A shortage of carers is what has led CatholicCare to hold the information session for those who are considering fostering, adoption or curious to learn more about the permanency support programs, according to Director of CatholicCare Social Services, Gary Christensen.
There is an overwhelming shortage of foster carers and the situation is now at crisis point,” Mr Christensen said.
“These alarming statistics reinforce the necessity of the care provided by foster carers, supported by agencies such as CatholicCare, to create a permanent and safe home where these children can feel secure and thrive.
“Immediate, respite, restoration and permanent foster carers are urgently required for children of all ages.
“We’re seeking carers of all ages who can provide care for a few days at a time, to those who can provide a home for life.”
According to Mr Christensen you don’t have to be Catholic to be a carer with CatholicCare, with the group welcoming singles, couples and even families to be carers.
Those interested in attending are encouraged to register in advance by visiting www.catholiccare.org.au or phoning 4944 0700.
