Informal Grandparent and Other Carers in Western Australia
If you are concerned about a child’s wellbeing, contact your local district office during normal business hours, or call Crisis Care after hours on 1800 199 008.
The internet is a useful source of information for out-of-home carers. This page contains links to Commonwealth, state and territory, and non-government information, supports and services that may be useful to you.
Go to National Support and Services to find out what Commonwealth and non-government support you may be eligible for.
Find the answer to Frequently Asked Questions about Australian Government support.
Western Australian reimbursements, information and services for informal carers
Legal information and assistance
- Family Separation Support – Advice on making a written agreement with your grandchild's parents about where your grandchild will live.
- Legal Aid WA – Find out how to get help with legal problems.
- Aboriginal Legal Service WA – Legal representation and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Western Australia.
- Family Law Solicitors – Find out how to get legal help if you want to go to the Family Law Court.
Information to help you raise the children in your care
- Parenting WA Line – A telephone information and support service on parenting that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on (08) 6279 1200 or 1800 654 432.
- Childhood trauma (PDF) – Tips for understanding and connecting with children who have experienced trauma.
- Raising a Grandchild – Find information for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren in Australia.
- Support for children – If your grandchild has experienced family violence or child abuse they may need professional counselling. This website has a list of services that might help.
Carer supports
- Council of the Aging (COTA) WA – The WA branch of an organisation that works to help older Australians.
- Grandparent Support Groups – Find out about grandparent support groups in your local area
- MyTime for Grandparents - MyTime for Grandparents is a national network of peer support groups for grandparent carers who are the full-time carers of their grandchildren aged up to 18 years. Find out more about the groups and if there is one near you.
Promoting the rights of children and young people in Western Australia
Information for Indigenous carers and carers of Indigenous children and young people
- Aboriginal Legal Service WA – Legal representation and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Western Australia.