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Aging Services - Social Support
Enjoy new connections and experiences in your local area with our social support programs.
We work with people as they grow older and want to stay active, maintain their independence and enjoy life.
Find out more about our social support programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Where we need support
Community Wellbeing and Op Shops - Gippsland
Every day, our services support individuals, families and communities across Victoria and Tasmania.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
Search below to find an opportunity to join in the fun!
Where we need support
Home Based Care - Gippsland
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill development
Ongoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case worker
Access to dedicated care team
After hours on-call service 
Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Home Based Care - Southern
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill developmentOngoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case workerAccess to dedicated care teamAfter hours on-call service Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Home Based Care - Western Melbourne
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill developmentOngoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case workerAccess to dedicated care teamAfter hours on-call service Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Home Based Care - Wimmera
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill developmentOngoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case workerAccess to dedicated care teamAfter hours on-call service Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
