Foster and Kinship Carer Week
About the week
During Foster and Kinship Carer Week we thank more than 6,200 foster and kinship carer families in Queensland.
Jo's story
Foster carer Jo has taken care of 28 children over nearly 10 years, including some with complex health challenges. Sensitive content warning: Jo shares her experience caring for a child with a life-limiting health condition.
A day in the life of Karyn
Karyn chooses to be a foster carer as she believes every child deserves the opportunity to reach their potential.
A day in the life of Jodie
Jodie considers caring for 2 young girls to be an honour and a blessing.
A day in the life of Evan
Kinship carer Evan says while his life has been impacted in every way by the arrival of 2 young boys, it’s an honour to raise them.
A day in the life of Lou
Find out what everyday life is like for Lou, who says becoming a foster carer has given her life a depth and meaning she didn’t know she was searching for.
A day in the life of Helen
Find out what daily life is like for Helen, who has been a kinship carer for her grandson for more than ten years.
A day in the life of Sandra
Sandra has been a foster carer for more than a decade. Find out what a day in her life is like.
A day in the life of Justin
Justin is a single, full-time worker and foster carer. We found out what a typical, busy day in his life is like.