Stories

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.

Teacher and foster carer Erin was inspired to start fostering after seeing the challenges faced by children in care. Since 2020, her family has cared for more than 20 children, showing how everyday families can make a lasting difference through stability, care and kindness.

For years, Melanie* was doing everything she could to give her son a safe and stable life. She had left a violent relationship, raised Ethan* on her own, and tried to protect him from a past she hoped would never define his future.

Thanks to donor support, MacKillop’s Therapeutic Hub is helping vulnerable families access trusted support, strengthening wellbeing and improving outcomes for children.