What are the future challenges and opportunities for care leavers and leaving care services

Helping you understand the terms used in the care system. We know you are more than labels. We are here for you. Feb 2, 2025 ... To get support from Wokingham Council's Care Leaving Service, you need to be between 18 and 25 years old and have been in care for at least 13 ... This report uses the term 'Care Leavers' in keeping with existing Government practices. Purpose. This policy seeks to enhance the service provided by the ... Care leaver support ... We are committed to supporting young people in or leaving care to progress to higher education. We offer a range of activities and support ... It is proposed that the Care Leaver Payment will provide a one-off payment of £2000 to young people moving on from care, with the intention of helping to reduce ... As a Dudley care leaver, you are entitled to a range of support until you are 25 years old. This is called the care leavers' local offer. Qualifying Care Leaver · You are aged between 16 years - 21 years (or 25 years if you are in further education or training) · You were looked-after by ... Local authorities are legally required to provide Aftercare support (further detail below) until the care leaver turns 19, and to assess any eligible needs for ... Sep 13, 2024 ... Care leavers support · Our commitment · Care leaver definition · Dedicated contact for care leavers · Pre-entry support and transition. A Personal Advisor (PA) is someone who acts as a focal point to make sure that a young person leaving care gets the right support as they move into adulthood.