Stories

Running a busy chiropractic practice hasn’t stopped Jess from opening her home to children in need. A MacKillop foster carer for the past three years, she’s provided safe, supportive care to children of all ages. Her advice? If you have the space and willingness, explore foster care.

Foster and kinship carers know that caring doesn't stop at 5pm. Questions, concerns and unexpected situations can arise at any time, often outside of regular business hours. That's where the After-Hours Support Service steps in.

In the Pilbara, MacKillop is investing in a home‑grown workforce through an innovative qualification pathway that is transforming opportunities for Aboriginal staff and strengthening the future of local service delivery.

Nine-year-old Harry* had to leave his country and his kin to access medical care and support, but his foster carer goes above and beyond to ensure he stays closely connected to his family, community and culture.

Haylea is a grade 1 teacher at St Catherine of Siena in Armstrong Creek, Victoria and a foster carer with MacKillop Family Services.

A secondary teacher with 20 years’ experience, Mardi became a foster carer with MacKillop Family Services to help children and young people in need.