What are the opportunities for innovation and the development of new models of support to better meet the diverse needs of care leavers

This report uses the term 'Care Leavers' in keeping with existing Government practices. Purpose. This policy seeks to enhance the service provided by the ... 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 ... A care leaver is a young person aged 16-25 years old who has been looked after by a foster carer for a given period since they were 14 years old or were in care ... If you are a care leaver, you may be exempt from paying council tax if: If you think you may be eligible you should contact your local authority Council Tax ... This qualitative study explored care-leavers' experiences of mental illness, and transition in social care and mental health services. The Care Leavers Internship Scheme is an award-winning scheme run by the Department for Education. We offer jobs for care leavers in either a central government ... Jun 27, 2023 ... Normally, they should be able to help you apply for accommodation as you would normally have priority to social housing in your former local ... A Care Leaver is someone who There is lots of different support available to you including working with a Pathway Advisor. 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 ... You are an eligible care leaver if: you are currently looked after; and; you're aged 16 or 17; and; you have been looked after for a period of 13 weeks (or ...