In five years, they’ve cared for seven different children, and a pair of brothers, aged 10 and 15, and currently their home is called the farm home. For Monique, the assistance of family and friends has been critical, and while it’s been a rewarding experience, there have certainly been challenges.

　　The depth of affection and care is obvious to anybody watching Monique and Graeme interact with their older foster son, who has been part of the family for more than two years. Monique says it’s important to treat foster kids like your own children.

　　Most of the children they’ve cared for have been teenage boys, and Monique sees their rural lifestyle as a huge plus. Then there’s a lot to do. All boys like motorbikes, tractors and animals. It’s a busy life, and I think that’s really what they need, rather than a lot of time to think a lot.

　　The experience has opened the minds of Monique, Graeme and their three kids, and made them more aware of the world around them and the different challenges people face. Monique says when her grown kids are at home, they not only help with discipline but also have a lot of fun with the boys.

　　According to the Foster Care Association of Victoria, the need for new carers is urgent, ongoing and growing. Monique says she would recommend the experience to everybody.

　　?To be able to, hopefully, help a child on the right path and set them straight, and know that we’re going to be there forever for them, even when they leave, is really great. It certainly brings you more rewards than what you ever expected.”

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