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Relative and kin care

Thank you for becoming a carer for a child or young person in your extended family, or a child or young person well known to you.

When children are removed from their family, they need to be in an environment which supports an appropriate sense of belonging to their family. Kin carers provide that important link between children and their birth family. They are the glue that bonds the children to their family.

It is a big job, one that can be filled with big rewards. You have an opportunity to shape and influence a child’s future. While kinship and relative care is rewarding, it also comes with challenges. 

The aim of this course is to better equip you to know how to navigate those more challenging times.

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Tammy McKee

Tammy is a strong advocate for social justice. She works tirelessly to bring about social change and quality care for children, young people and their families.

Along with 15 years experience working in the out-of-home care sector, Tammy has held positions in Families First, early intervention roles. Tammy is an experienced and motivated trainer and enjoys seeing carers reach their full potential.

Tammy has qualifications in psychology, sociology and marketing. She holds a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

Alison Ewington

Alison Ewington is an educator and trainer, qualified in Early Childhood, Social Science and Social Welfare. Alison is a well-respected member of the community service sector and is a Welfare teacher at the Institute of TAFE NSW. Alison has been responsible for a number of professional training programs which included developing and delivering a ‘safe home’ workshop for Child Care staff in NSW on the impact of domestic and family violence on children. Alison was a facilitator of ‘keep them safe’ training to Mandatory reporters when introduced in NSW. As an Out of home care manager Alison has extensive experience working with children, young people and families who have experienced trauma. Alison is involved in all aspects of fostering growth and is an experienced trainer, assessor and reviewer. Alison has a particular interest in training & supporting carers to support the healing of children from abuse, neglect, grief, and loss.