Communities and Justice

Factsheets

Building connections

Attachment in out-of-home care

Kids' early life experiences can impact the quality of their attachment. Understanding attachment can help you support family time effectively.

Attachment in out-of-home care (professionals) (PDF, 2.5 MB)


Family time

What is family time 

Family time is important for kids in out-of-home care. Learn about effective family time and how to support it.

What is family time (professionals) (PDF, 1.9 MB)


Mental health

Supporting anxious kids in out-of-home care

There are steps you can take when caring for a child experiencing anxiety. This factsheet will help you understand how to respond.

Supporting anxious kids in out-of-home care (PDF, 682.9 KB)

Why does suicide and self-harm occur in OOHC?

Children in out-of-home care can be at greater risk of displaying suicidal and self-harming behaviours. This factsheet will help you understand the risks and vulnerabilities for children in out-of-home care.

Why does suicide and self-harm occur in OOHC? (professionals) (PDF, 499.8 KB)

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