Leaving care local offer and entitlements

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Care leaver status

You must have been in care for at least 13 weeks between the ages of 14 and 16, including your 16th birthday, or for 13 weeks after your 16th birthday.

Social workers and personal advisers

Information about the role of your Personal Adviser and how they can support you as you transition to adult life.

Pathway planning

A pathway plan will be prepared for all eligible, relevant and former relevant young people leaving care.

Care leaver entitlements

Find out what benefits and support you may be entitled to as a care leaver.

Useful contacts

Useful contacts for housing, your care leavers team, benefits and allowances.

Comments, compliments and complaints about children's social care

Find information, advice and support about giving a compliment or making a complaint about children's social care.