Foster carer who quit after 3 weeks says she was 'set up to fail' | ABC NEWS
A foster carer who resigned after three weeks claims she was ‘set up to fail,’ as advocates raise concerns about a foster care crisis.
Elaine felt unprepared and untrained when asked to care for a boy with complex behavioural issues. Advocates argue that increasing the financial allowance for foster carers is essential to attract and retain more individuals.
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