Foster & Kinship Carer Support at Big Bear’s Treehouse
Support for carers navigating trauma, attachment, behaviour, and the unique realities of caring for children in OOHC.
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Foster & Kinship Carer Support
Caring for children who have experienced trauma, separation, loss or disrupted relationships can bring unique challenges. Carers deserve support too.
At Big Bear’s Treehouse, support is available for foster and kinship carers in two connected ways:
Individual Counselling & Emotional Support
A confidential space for carers to explore their own wellbeing, emotional experiences, stress, grief, relationships and the demands of caring for others.
Parenting & Caregiving Support
Practical, reflective support to better understand children's experiences, attachment needs, emotional regulation and behaviours, while strengthening connection, trust and relational safety.
Support is tailored to each carer's circumstances, with an emphasis on compassion, collaboration and understanding rather than judgement.
Additional structured programmes may be developed in collaboration with community organisations and funding partners.
