How important is it for young people in the care sector to have support until they are 18 and beyond? It is a matter of life and death. Every YP deserves the chance to live a good, safe life.
We work to empower care leavers and support them on their journey.
At 14 Joel was in care. He was antisocial and struggled with emotional well-being. Now at 20, he is confident, enrolled on an apprenticeship and is ready for the adult world.
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We know that children and young people are facing increasingly complex pressures and threats including from online and social media – this is having an impact on their mental health. Sometimes, as Liam says, talking about it helps. #TimeToTalk
What happens when the adult responsibilities of Christmas fall to the child? Our latest blog post shines a light on how the impact of being a #youngcarer can be profound and long-lasting – but getting help… helps. #ThursdayThoughts https://t.co/FA58wFEtNV
James struggled with his emotional wellbeing and was placed into foster care when he was 14 years old. Now he’s 20, has enrolled on an apprenticeship and will shortly move into supported accommodation with continued support from one of our services. #CareLeaversWeek
We've heard about the experience of people who left care for adult life, usually between the ages of 14 and 16 years. A common theme was how ill-prepared many young people felt on leaving care. This must change. #CareLeaversWeek
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'I personally had 100 moves up to the age of 14 so I’m well qualified to know what it feels like to be unprepared for leaving care.'
Terry shares why he’s so passionate about improving the lives of young people leaving the care system.
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