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Mum to 500 kids over 30 years

Posted by: 2UE | 21 January, 2010 - 4:41 PM
Two Murrays with Barb Bannister on a plea for foster parents

An urgent SOS has been sent out - with a surge of children under protection, there's a call for more foster parents to care for the children. Listen to this inspiring story of Barb Bannister, who has fostered over 500 kids.


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  • What an amazing story. I’d like to applaud Barb Bannister, and all the other generous, warm-hearted foster carers out there.

    Working with The Benevolent Society’s out-of-home care program, Fostering Young Lives, I have the opportunity to hear some wonderful stories of kids' lives being changed by foster care, and about how rewarding it is for their carers.

    Sadly, I know that for every happy story there are a several more that aren’t so happy – stories of kids stuck in difficult situations, who are in need of a safe home and a nurturing foster carer.

    At the moment, we’re looking for foster carers across Sydney. Find out more about fostering with The Benevolent Society at www.bensoc.org.au

    Marita Dortins Tuesday 2 February, 2010 - 1:09 PM

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