Sarah Grainer and her family have cared for more than one hundred foster children over two decades. Some children have required just one weekend of respite, while others have stayed in the Grainers' home for years. Some children arrived with notice. At other times, Sarah has received a call a midnight from government departments seeking her help to take on a child immediately. She is among scores of kind and selfless humans in Australia caring for children who have nowhere else to turn.
Each child has their own story, their own needs and their own potential. Sarah has dedicated much of her life to respecting these stories, meeting these needs and helping these children realise their potential, using hope as her guide.
On this episode of the How Good are Humans podcast, Sarah describes what life can be like for foster carers and the children in care. She also explains some new policies and expectations that are challenging and stretching the care industry to its limits. Finally, she outlines how people can help the situation or support those already involved.
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