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Scott's story

At just 3 months old Scott was placed with compassionate foster carer Barb who he now knows as mum. As Scott says, "it was life-changing".

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“What I’ve learnt from Scott is to never give up, whatever life throws your way.” – Barb

Scott and foster mum Barb

Meet Scott and Barb

Scott went through more in the first 3 months of his life than most of us will in a lifetime.

Sadly, as is the case for far too many Australian children, Scott was unable to live safely at home with his birth parents. “I had cancer and my birth family did bad stuff to me,” Scott says.

Scott’s life changed forever when he was placed with compassionate foster carer Barb.
“I had a phone call that a baby needed some care and it didn’t take long, about 20 minutes later Scotty arrived here, and he’s been here ever since.”

“I think I’m going good. I just keep trying and do one thing at a time,” says Scott.

With a tailored and holistic approach to care, children like Scott can begin their journey to recovery and go on to live happy and meaningful lives.

“What I’ve learnt from Scott is to never give up,” a proud Barb tells us. “He will always give it a go, even if it’s hard sometimes for him, he has achieved a lot. He is doing an apprenticeship, driving a car – he’s doing really well!”

With your help more children like Scott can get the support they need to recover and thrive.

WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member.   


Support with transitional accommodation
♡
Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good
♡
Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive. 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal.

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