Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services

We need more foster carers, like you

Fostering needs people with extraordinary hearts. People just like you. View the stories of real foster carer families and find out how you can become one.

Respect, dignity and feeling safe are the simple things people of all ages have a right to

If you experience, witness or suspect mistreatment of an older person, confidential help is available. Find out more about elder abuse, what it can look like and where to find help.

Celebrate Disability Action Week from 25 November to 2 December 2023

This year’s theme – Access ignites: it’s good business – focuses on increasing employment and economic participation of people with disability. Download promotional resources now and start planning.

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