Become a foster carer

6 February 2026
therapeutic foster care
Foster carers play a vital role in our community. They open their hearts and homes to children and young people who cannot live with their family, providing them with a safe place to heal, grow and thrive.

The Victorian foster carer community does incredible work. However, more foster carers are needed.

You can become a foster carer and make a real difference to children and young people’s lives.

Anyone aged 21 and over who can offer a child or young person a safe and caring environment, can apply to be a foster carer in Victoria.

For more information, visit the Fostering Connections website https://fosteringconnections.com.au/.