Help from Child, Youth and Family
If the child you are looking after is in the custody of Child, Youth and Family, you will qualify for financial help from Child, Youth and Family instead of Work and Income.
You will get Foster Care Allowance (board payments) to help with the child’s living costs. And depending on the child’s situation you may be able to get other financial help for things like clothing, travel, medical costs and even birthday or Christmas presents.
Caregivers for agencies such as Barnados or Open Home Foundation will also get help from their agency for things like board, clothing and medical costs.
Support for caregivers
Child, Youth and Family also provide practical support for caregivers. You’ll have a social worker who you can call for issues relating to the child, and a Caregiver Liaison social worker for support or advice. And you can go on training courses to learn more about things like dealing with difficult behaviour. The services are free.
To find out more
Contact Child, Youth and Family at
- 0508 326 459
