Richard King spoke with Bev Steggles – co-ordinator of the Samaritans GAPS (grandparents as parents) program – Alarming reports today that he Hunter Region has one of the highest number of drug born babies in NSW.
A Free support event for carer grandparents will be held in Newcastle on March 8 – at the Novotel, Newcastle Beach – Registrations are essential and can be made by emailing grandparents@raisingchildren.net.au or calling 1800 952 968.