Bail assistance line
What is the bail assistance line?
We all make mistakes - it's a part of growing up. Sometimes those mistakes are a little more serious, and you need a reliable parent or family member to bail them out. But if a reliable adult isn’t available, a young person can end up with nowhere else to go and be placed in juvenile detention.
The bail assistance line is an alternative accommodation model that supports first time offenders to avoid this. A young person may need to be placed at short notice, and will need a safe and supportive place to stay for up to 28 days.
It is truly wonderful and heartwarming to provide foster care and support for these two young boys, showing them love, stability, and guidance during this crucial time in their lives.
Read Hannah's story
Hannah, bail assistance line carer
How do we support you?
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Skills Training
On-going immersive and trauma informed training to give you the tools you need.
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Extensive support
A support team that is available 24 hours a day and regular check-ins from a dedicated support worker.
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Financial support
A tax-free allowance is available to help with the costs of providing care.
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Specialist support
We have a wide range of specialists available to assist with specific support needs.
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Carer connection opportunities
Sometimes the best support we can receive is from someone who is on a similar journey.
Other types of foster care
No two young people are the same, and no two carers are either. We offer a variety of different care types for young people and carers to best match their needs and way of life.

Emergency care
Care provided at short notice, often after-hours and on weekends, when there are concerns for a young person’s immediate safety.

Respite care
A home away from home. Short-stay care that provides a valuable break for long term carers and vulnerable parents.

Home based care
When your home isn’t an option, you may be eligible to be a carer staying in one of ours.

Emergency care
Care provided at short notice, often after-hours and on weekends, when there are concerns for a young person’s immediate safety.

Respite care
A home away from home. Short-stay care that provides a valuable break for long term carers and vulnerable parents.

Home based care
When your home isn’t an option, you may be eligible to be a carer staying in one of ours.