Welcome to Cafs
At Cafs, your contribution counts.
The wellbeing of children, young people and their families is at the heart of everything we do.
Our support programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
At Cafs, your contribution counts.
We’ve been supporting children and families as a proudly independent organisation for nearly 160 years and, in that time, we have expanded to deliver more than 44 innovative support programs specifically designed to meet the needs of people across the Victorian Central Highlands.
Even the smallest donation makes a difference to someone experiencing hardship.
Your gift, no matter the amount, will help Cafs continue to support people across the Victorian Central Highlands.
Donate* today by following the link.
Today is R U OK? Day. However, any day it is important to have meaningful, open conversations with the people in our lives.
Let`s take a moment to check in on our friends, family, and colleagues. You can follow these 4 steps!
R U OK? Day is a reminder that we all have the power to make a difference in someone`s life simply by asking how they are doing.
Why is it important to ask R U OK?
> Mental health matters.
> A simple conversation can save a life.
> It fosters connections and support within our communities.
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Our fantastic carer, Sandra May, recently spoke with The Courier ahead of Foster Care Week.
Sandra speaks about her journey being a foster carer and what it means to them.
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Megan and Chris are two of our fantastic local foster carers.
Starting their foster care journey in their early 20`s, it has been a rewarding experience and they have no plans of stopping any time soon.
Read their story here: https://bit.ly/Cafs-Megan-and-Chris
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It is Foster Care Week! This annual event is all about celebrating the incredible carers in our community and raising awareness.
Foster Carers offer safe, nurturing, and loving environments for children who are unable to live with their biological parents. They develop meaningful relationships with foster children, providing both emotional and practical support to meet their needs.
Becoming a Foster Carer can be an enriching experience, allowing you to learn and grow together with the child in your care.
If you`re thinking about becoming a Foster Carer, the team at Cafs is ready to support you throughout the entire process.
Take the first step with Cafs, and start your fostering journey today.
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Donor Thanks!
We would like to extend a warm thank you to Bob`s Toys and Ballarat Toy Library for their generous donation of toys.
These gorgeously crafted toys will brighten the day and be loved by many children in care.
If you would like to make a donation to Cafs visit cafs.org.au/donating or contact thanks@cafs.org.au.
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We have signed this year’s pledge for National Child Protection Week.
For nearly 160 years, the heart of our service has been the wellbeing and protection of children, young people and their families. Today, that commitment stands strong, and we extend our inclusive and accessible programs to include everyone who needs assistance.
You can also sign the pledge here: https://www.napcan.org.au/national-child-protection-week-pledge/
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Kinship Carers Victoria have a fantastic range of resources available for carers. With topics including cyber safety, nutrition and wellbeing, case planning and much more.
You can find them on the Kinship Carers Victoria website.
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As part of Kinship Care Week, we hosted a Kinship Care Celebration event today, sharing with some of the fantastic kinship carers in our network.
Thank you to all attendees and kinship carers for your continued support and all that you do for our community!
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