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CAFS is asking people in the Central Highlands to consider becoming foster carers as demand grows across the region.

The child and family service organisation operates in Bacchus Marsh, Ballarat, Ararat and surrounds, and marked National Foster Care Week (ending tomorrow) by highlighting what it says is an increasing need for safe, stable homes for children and young people.

“Every child deserves to feel safe and supported,” said manager of home based care at Cafs Laura Humphris.

“Right now, many local children are being placed in temporary care and moved frequently, which can be really tough on their wellbeing.

“We’re reaching out to our community to help us change that.”

Cafs says the need is particularly urgent for younger children, with data from the 2024 Fo

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