Foster Care

Foster care provides Young People with a safe, nurturing and stable home to live.

Uniting Country SA believes that all children should have the opportunity to be raised in a safe and loving home. When children are unable to stay with their birth families our foster carers step in to provide safety, stability and loving care.

UCSA’s foster care service operates in Clare, Kadina, Port Augusta, Port Pirie, and surrounding regions. If you are interested in learning more call us on (08) 8633 9023 or email us at [email protected]. Alternatively, why not click the button below to fill out the inquiry form and have us contact you.

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About Foster Care

Foster care is when a child who is unable to live with their birth family, lives with another family who is able to provide them with all the care and support they need by allowing them to live in a safe, secure and nurturing home. This care can range from an overnight stay, through to longer term. While it is preferable for children to return to their families, this is not always possible. So some children will need foster care until they turn 18 years old. Read more

Who Can Be a Foster Carer

Uniting Country SA’s foster carers come from all kinds of backgrounds; we welcome all people regardless of culture, language, ethnicity, sexuality, gender or religion. Our carers are everyday people who put their hand up to make a difference in a child’s life. You don’t have to be a superhero, you just have to care. Read more

Types of Foster Care

Uniting Country SA provides Long-Term, Respite, Emergency, and Short Term Foster Care. Our Foster Care team also has specialist foster carers for children with living with disabilities. Read more

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Young country women’s perceptions of intimate partner violence

Research undertaken by the University of South Australia in collaboration with Uniting Country SA has sought to uncover the perceptions young women in regional areas have about this issue. Released 20/09/19

24 by 24 movement event

On the 19th of October Uniting Country SA is supporting Nick Donnellan's 24 hour movement challenge at the Port Pirie Memorial Oval. Move how you want, when you want, for as long as you want, to raise awareness for mental health. Donate here to help raise funds.

24 by 24 Movement Challenge

On the 19th of October we are supporting Nick Donnellan's 24 hour movement challenge at the Port Pirie Memorial Oval. Move how you want, when you want, for as long as you want, to raise awareness for mental health.

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Young country women’s perceptions of intimate partner violence

24 by 24 Movement Challenge

Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.

Mission and values

Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.

Parham Street Centre

Uniting Country SA's Parham Street Centre is a multipurpose location located in the heart of Port Pirie. This location offers several different services which can suit many of your needs. Including workshops, professional kitchen, and a conference center. We also provide limited training and education services at this location intended to teach basic skills in cooking, home repairs, metal and woodwork, and more.