Informal Grandparent and Other Carers in the Australian Capital Territory
If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child in the Australian Capital Territory, call Care and Protection Services on 1300 556 729.
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.
Australian Capital Territory Government payments, information and services for grandparents raising grandchildren
Legal information and assistance
Information to help you raise the children in your care
- Parentline ACT – For a free, professional telephone service to help you with raising your grandchildren, call 6287 3833 to speak to someone from 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday.
- Raising a Grandchild – 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
Promoting the rights of children and young people in the ACT
Information for Indigenous carers and carers of Indigenous children and young people