Foster Care Association of Victoria in Collingwood, Victoria, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Foster Care Association of Victoria

Locality: Collingwood, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9416 4292

Address: Level 1, 398 Smith Street 3066 Collingwood, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.fcav.org.au

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25.01.2022 Extended care to 21 years universally funded! Read the Foster Care Association of Victoria statement on this momentous shift in OOHC in Victoria; what it means for young people, what it means for carers. https://www.fcav.org.au//extended-care-to-21-universally-f

23.01.2022 Throughout Victoria, foster carers are volunteering to make a difference in our communities. Let’s celebrate and support them today! No donation is too small, and will contribute to providing a foster carer with the tools needed to transform a child’s life. www.fcav.org.au/support-us #GivingTuesday #GivingTuesdayAUS

23.01.2022 The FCAV's Carer Assistance Program (CAP) provides therapeutic phone support aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of foster carers. The CAP Program can assist foster carers with: Grief and loss following a termination of placement Anxiety and depression... Compassion fatigue System ‘trauma’ Please see our website for more information and referral form. https://www.fcav.org.au/carer-resources/cap

22.01.2022 Struggling for Christmas gift ideas? Here is your exclusive access to purchase full and half cases of premium Yarra Valley wine at exceptional prices in time for Christmas! With 100% of each sale going directly to the FCAV, you can feel great knowing you are helping to support foster carers throughout Victoria. Jump online NOW and purchase your selection of premium wines here: https://fcav.myshopify.com Please share this unique opportunity with your networks!... FCAV promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol. Liquor Licence No: 90153705 Victoria: Warning - Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 it is an offence: To supply alcohol to a person under the age of 18 years (Penalty exceeds $19,000), For a person under the age of 18 years to purchase or receive liquor (Penalty exceeds $800). https://www.health.gov.au//how-much-alcohol-is-safe-to-dri https://drinkwise.org.au/

22.01.2022 Congratulations to The Home Stretch and the young people at Create Foundation whom FCAV was proud to support, advocating for the critical extension of care for all young people in care in Victoria. The Victorian Government has today announced funding for universal care for all young people to the age of 21. #homestretch #madeit21

21.01.2022 Identity documents essential to the care of a child or young person, beginning with birth certificates, passports and Medicare details forms FCAV’s advocacy leading to the ‘Strong carers, stronger children’ Carer Strategy. The human right to their own identifying documents is still missing for some children and young people in care in Victoria. We continue to advocate to address the basic administration issues within the sector which inhibit carers’ ability to support young people to access or access them on behalf of the children in their care. https://www.fcav.org.au/advocating-change/manifesto

21.01.2022 Geelong Carers: Be the voice for your child with disability and make positive changes to their support at school. Join the Association for Children with a Disability for a FREE online workshop called Advocating for Your Child at School. By understanding your child’s rights at school and understanding school processes, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to be able to advocate for your child and build positive relationships with their teacher and school. ACD’s workshop fa...cilitators are all parents of children with disability and will talk about how to work effectively with your child’s teacher and school to achieve positive outcomes. You’ll learn about: What advocacy means and why it’s important Children’s rights in education How parents can advocate for their child Understanding school processes and plans Be sure to register ASAP places are limited. #disabilityrights #disability #familysupport #disabilityworkshops #childrenwithdisability https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/north-geelong-advocating-fo

20.01.2022 The FCAV 2021 Carer Snapshot Report is now available for reading https://www.fcav.org.au//2021_Carer_Snapshot_Report_FINAL_

20.01.2022 Last days to participate! Please click on the link below to participate in this carer information survey, commissioned by the Department Health and Human Services (DHHS) and conducted by Ernst and Young. Gathering up to date information about accredited carers and their needs is essential. With current carer information, the sector is better able to understand what motivates and concerns volunteer carers and what it can do to better support carers in the future. Carer informa...tion from the survey also assists the Foster Carer Association of Victoria (FCAV) to advocate on your behalf. This is your chance to tell the DHHS about your carer experience. By sharing your thoughts, you are helping to improve the experiences of kinship, foster and permanent carers through the development of better targeted programs and policies. The survey is part of the Victorian Government’s Home-based Carer Strategy, Strong carers, stronger children and will provide information for improving policy, programs and services. The data from the survey will assist in tailoring a carer-focussed Carer Strategy work program. The survey has been endorsed by Kinship Carers Victoria (KCV), Permanent Care and Adoptive Families (PCA Families) and the FCAV. It will take about 10-15 minutes to complete depending on your answers. Your responses will be completely confidential and anonymous To access the survey, please click the following link (or copy and paste it directly into your browser): https://www2.srnet.com.au/SE/1/31076 If you have already completed the survey please ignore this request. See more

20.01.2022 Thanks to one of our members for sharing this International opportunity for meaningful engagement for children and young people who have experience of the child protection system and/or of living in alternative care of any type for the Office of the Human Rights Commission. https://www.ohchr.org//HRBod/CRC/Pages/Discussion2020.aspx

18.01.2022 Nominations for the 2021 Victorian Protecting Children Awards are now open. The awards are an opportunity to recognise the achievements of individuals, teams and carers who demonstrate excellence in working with children, young people and families across the Victorian community. Nominate someone today: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/recognising-those-who-keep-o

17.01.2022 The FCAV’s CAP is continuing to take referrals, with appointments resuming the 18th January. We will endeavour to confirm appointment details with you as soon as possible during this time. If your matter is urgent and you require support, the Carer Information and Support Service is operating as usual. Please contact the team on (03) 9416 4292 or visit our website www.fcav.org.au/cap

15.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who has already purchased some premium Yarra Valley wine in support of the FACV! You still have time to get exclusive access to purchase full and half cases of premium Yarra Valley wine at exceptional prices. 100% of each sale goes directly to the FCAV to support foster carers. What can you do? Purchase a selection of premium wines here: https://fcav.myshopify.com Make a tax deductible donation to the FCAV here:... https://www.fcav.org.au/support-us Share this unique opportunity with your networks! See more

15.01.2022 Our Carer Assistance Program (CAP) is open for referrals now! It is well recognised that foster carers are often overwhelmed by a number of system issues which impact their physical and psychological wellbeing. The CAP provides therapeutic phone support aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of foster carers. Please see our website www.fcav.org.au/cap for more information and referral form.

10.01.2022 Carers, staff including Deb Collard, Tessa Hughes and CEO Samantha Hauge joined facilitators for an exceptional Carer Retreat run through Carer KaFÉ - Kinship and Foster Care Education at the weekend. Supporting and celebrating resilience through a focus on self care, health and the foster care journey. Look out for opportunities such as these at Carer KaFE and in your newsletters.

09.01.2022 Just announced! The Victorian Government has announced a $1.6b package doubling of the number of students who will receive extra support in the classroom. All schools will benefit from the change, enabling them to better support students who may have previously been ineligible for targeted support such as those with autism, dyslexia or complex behaviours. So many foster carers will be delighted and relieved that the children in their care will have the opportunity to access... this offering. We hope it is a real opportunity for children with additional needs to really receive the extra support and guidance they need. It has been such a gap for children with additional needs and they so often just fall further behind their peers. We look forward to providing more detail on how the program will be implemented and its long term impact. https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/inclusive-education-making-s See more

09.01.2022 Read the FCAV November newsletter: Home Stretch funded! Bushfire and Leaving Early Plans Carer Assistance Program (CAP) Carer Through Art program... Carer KaFE online training opportunities Budget funding announcements Carer prizes and giveaways See more

08.01.2022 FCAV has again joined #GivingTuesday, the global generosity movement. We encourage you to get involved and support Victorian foster carers this GivingTuesday. For fundraising ideas and support contact Fiona at [email protected] or visit www.fcav.org.au/support-us #GivingTuesdayAUS

07.01.2022 Young people with a care experience qualify for financial, academic and personal support and services from Raising Expectations partner universities. Find out more about studying at TAFE or university in 2021. https://www.raisingexpectations.com.au/news/study2021

05.01.2022 Our Songlines brings together First Nations and Allies to join together to remember and participate in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture. This all Inclusive family event that promotes First Nations Strength, passion and community. Come along to this free event (donations welcome via: gf.me/u/zc2n2u) Experience live music, bush walks, Indigenous Meditation, Weaving and kids activities.

02.01.2022 Calling all CARERS - please answer this short survey to help inform B4VK's future program planning. We'd love to know if the supply of back to school essentials is needed, wanted, helpful, or not needed for children in out of home care. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PCPRPCP