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Blog 29 Jun 2021
The Home Stretch: young people in care should have support until 21

In this article we explore The Home Stretch campaign, which influenced the Queensland Government to increase the age that a young person in care... 

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Blog 22 Jun 2021
The importance of Cultural Home Awareness for carers

It’s important for First Nations Children in out of home care to maintain contact with their families and cultural community. This is essential for... 

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Blog 14 Jun 2021
Understanding Queensland’s Blue Card system

What is a Blue Card?  The Blue Card system is the Queensland Government’s working with children check. Children have the right to be safe... 

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Blog 27 May 2021
Making Reconciliation a reality for First Nations children in care

At Anglicare Southern Queensland, we’re committed to supporting Reconciliation for First Nations children in care. National Reconciliation Week is held annually between 27 May... 

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Blog 12 May 2021
Aged Care Nurse celebrated this International Nurse Day

Today we celebrate International Nurses Day and highlight the work of one special nurse, Jean-Pierre. Recently, Jean-Pierre was a finalist for the Inclusion Award... 

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Blog 22 Feb 2021
How long does it take to become a foster carer?

It can take months or even years to decide to foster and everyone’s journey is unique. Here's what that might look like for you:

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Blog 25 Jan 2021
Five things to think about before your child starts prep

Starting school is an exciting time, but there’s lots to consider. In Queensland, children don’t have to start prep in the year they turn... 

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Blog 29 Dec 2020
Foster care payments: How much do foster carers get paid in Queensland and Australia?

How much do foster carers get paid in Queensland? This is an important question to ask yourself if you're considering foster care.

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Blog 23 Dec 2020
What kind of foster care is right for you?

All children in foster care are unique. There are numerous types of foster care. Some may be more suitable for you and your family... 

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Reconciling Histories 5 Nov 2020
Yarning interviews at Homelessness Service, Women and Families

If you’re hoping to become of the First Nations staff members at Anglicare’s Homelessness Service, Women and Families (HSWF), don’t expect a stiff, traditional... 

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Reconciling Histories 2 Nov 2020
Culture Time

Anglicare’s Nerang Children and Families team facilitate cultural learning exercises called ‘Culture Time’.   During Culture Time, our Cultural Facilitators deliver a presentation to our... 

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Reconciling Histories 2 Nov 2020
Jarjums goes ‘totally wild’!

When the Jarjums Connect Group launched in early 2020, they never thought they’d be appearing on national television within six months.  Jarjums was a... 

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