Former State Wards Better Supported
Source: Victoria. Minister for Community Services. Media Release
"Victorians who grew up in institutional care during the last century will have access to new vital support services thanks to $7.1 million Brumby Labor Government funding boost. Community Services Minister Lisa Neville announced a new, dedicated, stand alone service for former state wards and a new Victorian Care Leaver Memorial would be constructed at Southbank.“The Brumby Labor Government is taking action to help former abused or neglected children in care and ensure unacceptable past practices never happen again,’’ Ms Neville. The development of this new service is the latest in the efforts of the Brumby Labor Government to support former state wards, acknowledge the trauma and hurt suffered and go come way towards rectifying the wrongs of the past.’’