Children & young people
Everyone deserves to thrive
There are over 45,000 children and young people across Australia experiencing out-of-home care. Less than half of those young people are placed in foster care.
CASPA is committed to bridging that gap. We want to build more resilient communities that can support thriving youth. We want all children and young people to be cared for in trauma-informed and culturally secure environments.
That’s why CASPA invests in recruiting the right people, and ensures they are well trained, highly skilled, empathetic individuals. With the right people in our village, we can build a future where everyone has access to the care and kindness of their community, regardless of their needs or background.
Because together we thrive.
Children & young people
Everyone deserves to thrive
There are over 45,000 children and young people across Australia experiencing out-of-home care. Less than half of those young people are placed in foster care.
CASPA is committed to bridging that gap. We want to build more resilient communities that can support thriving youth. We want all children and young people to be cared for in trauma-informed and culturally secure environments.
That’s why CASPA invests in recruiting the right people, and ensures they are well trained, highly skilled, empathetic individuals. With the right people in our village, we can build a future where everyone has access to the care and kindness of their community, regardless of their needs or background.
Because together we thrive.
Our impact
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9
CASPA locations across three states
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10+
Bringing over 10 years of valuable experience
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25%
Of people in our care have complex needs
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2.4k
Our services impact over 2,400 families
Our services
Foster care
When it is no longer safe for a child or young person to be in their family’s care, foster care provides a safe and supportive home.
Residential care
With over 45,000 young people experiencing out-of-home care, and not enough foster homes, residential care bridges the gap.
Semi-independent living
The semi-independent living program helps young people move towards independence.
Disability services
Services that support and centre the individual and their personal goals.
Education
Specialist education services for disengaged or excluded young people.
Social & emotional wellbeing
Tailored therapeutic services to support social, emotional and mental wellness.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander services
Services designed to preserve and enhance the cultural connections of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander young people experiencing out-of-home-care.
Foster care
When it is no longer safe for a child or young person to be in their family’s care, foster care provides a safe and supportive home.
Residential care
With over 45,000 young people experiencing out-of-home care, and not enough foster homes, residential care bridges the gap.
Semi-independent living
The semi-independent living program helps young people move towards independence.
Disability services
Services that support and centre the individual and their personal goals.
Education
Specialist education services for disengaged or excluded young people.
Social & emotional wellbeing
Tailored therapeutic services to support social, emotional and mental wellness.
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander services
Services designed to preserve and enhance the cultural connections of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander young people experiencing out-of-home-care.
Upcoming events
Free Online Shared Lives Training: Become a Foster Carer
18 February 2025
Free Online Share Lives Training: Become a Foster Carer
6 May 2025
Free Online Shared Lives Training: Become a Foster Carer
22 July 2025
Free Online Shared Lives Training: Become a Foster Carer
14 October 2025
Free Online Shared Lives Training: Become a Foster Carer
2 December 2025
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After hours support
For urgent help outside of business hours or to speak to our after hours support team please contact