Navigating Foster and Kinship Care with Fiona Endacott, Verity and George

September 03, 2024 00:18:56
Navigating Foster and Kinship Care with Fiona Endacott, Verity and George
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Navigating Foster and Kinship Care with Fiona Endacott, Verity and George

Sep 03 2024 | 00:18:56

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Show Notes

This week we are joined by Fiona Endacott, Verity and George from Connecting Foster & Kinship Carers!

In this episode, Fiona Endicott and Verity discuss the vital role of foster and kinship carers in South Australia, focusing on the growing demand for family-based care and the unique challenges faced by kinship carers.

Furthermore, Fiona and Verity emphasise the need for better advocacy, increased carer payments, and more flexible options. Verity shares her personal journey of becoming a kinship carer for her nephew, shedding light on the emotional and financial difficulties involved. The conversation highlights the importance of support and recognition for caregivers, who often navigate complex systems with limited resources. We are also joined by George, who discusses their experience with taking in a family member. 

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