Information for agencies about young people continuing to live in care once they turn 18.
Adult household members are people over 18 who live on the property of an authorised carer. They must hold a Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance or have a current WWCC application.
If an adult household member doesn’t have a WWCC, and is or was in the care of the authorised carer immediately before turning 18, they may apply for a continuing residence approval (CRA). To grant a CRA, the Children's Guardian must be satisfied any risks to the safety of children residing at the property of the authorised carer are sufficiently mitigated.
If granted, the CRA allows the person to continue to live with the authorised carer.
We have guidelines linked below to help applicants and agencies understand what is needed to apply for a CRA.
Use the form below to apply for CRA. Applications should be made as least 40 working days before approval is needed.
Send applications and enquiries to Legal@ocg.nsw.gov.au
