The service

Barnardos Support to Care provides a range of services to non-parent permanent caregivers. It

helps caregivers meet the needs of children and young people who have been permanently placed with them
provides assistance so children have long–term, stable homes and better life outcomes.

The programme offers a range of assistance packages tailored to individual needs, including:

parenting advice and education
access to trauma–informed care training for caregivers
placement disruption support
transition support
whakapapa support and connection
early childhood services and support
supervised contact sessions
‘Home for life’ support.

This service is free for eligible caregivers who meet the definition of a 'permanent caregiver' under the Children, Young Persons and their Families Act 1989.

Availability

Auckland
Bay of Plenty
Canterbury
Gisborne
Hawke’s Bay
Horowhenua
Kapiti Coast
Manawatū - Whanganui
Marlborough
Nelson/Tasman
Northland
Otago
Southland
Taranaki
Waikato
Wellington

Caregivers can access this service via Permanent Caregiver Support Services. Call 0800 FOR PCSS (0800 367 7277) or email enquiries@pcss.org.nz.

Support To Care