Adoption and Permanent Care services in Victoria

Sometimes, for many different reasons, children need to be raised by a family other than the one they were born into. This enables them to benefit from the commitment of parenthood.
Adoption is not the only way of bringing a child into your family. Permanent care is another. Both options provide children with the care and love they need to grow and prosper.
Thank you for visiting this website. This website provides information about the local adoption and permanent care program.
We hope it helps you understand a journey thousands of generous families have taken before you; one of love, joy and compassion, as well as fulfilment, satisfaction and achievement.
Please contact us for more information.

Eastern region newsletter - APC Update Winter 2010
One family five stories: parents, workers and the children talk about their experience as part of a permanent care story. Getting help online: parenting peer support, finding answers and safe use of the net. Guinea pigs to the rescue: looking at animals as an aid to recovery from trauma.
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Baby Bonus and Maternity Immunisation Allowance for Adoptive Parents
There are important changes to some families payments that came into effect from 1 January 2009. If you are the parent of an adopted child, there are changes to Baby Bonus and Maternity Immunisation Allowance that you need to be aware of. For information about these changes and how they may affect you, visit www.centrelink.gov.au.
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