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NATIONAL Child Protection Week (September 4-10) is a great opportunity to reflect on the incredible role foster carers play in the lives of children.

When children are not able to live safely at home, Uniting Country SA foster carers step up to provide that safe home, whether it be for a short period of time or for longer.

“Our carers are prepared to do whatever it takes,” a Uniting Country SA spokesperson said.

“At Uniting Country SA, we are really proud of our carers and the lengths they go to provide this support to children to ensure they have a nurturing and positive life experience that is culturally, socially and emotionally safe.

“They are certainly great advocates for Child Protection Week.

“Every child, in every community, needs a fair go.

“To treat all of Australia’s children fairly, we need to make sure every family and community has what kids need to thrive and be healthy.”

The spokesperson said, to raise thriving children, Australian parents need support.

“Children can thrive and be healthy when they have what they needed to develop well,” the spokesperson said.

“But not every family has these resources.

“This is why we need to support every child, family and community according to their needs.

“This will create a healthier, fairer Australia for all children.”

For families experiencing poverty and stress, raising children can be like sailing in rough waters.

“Helping parents with counselling, quality child care and financial support makes sure they have the lighthouses and safe harbours they need to navigate these rough waters,” the spokesperson said.

“To develop in healthy and positive ways, children need life to be stable, even when families face rough times.

“Just as a strong skipper learns to be adaptable and to seek help when they need it, we can help parents to navigate life’s storms.”

If you are interested in knowing more about foster care and how you could make a difference, contact 8633 9023 or visit www.ucsa.org.au/foster-care.