Our online tool to help you understand your care status and what support you're entitled to.
If you've spent any time in care after your 16th birthday, it's very likely you'll be entitled to support from children's services as a care leaver, up to age 25.
It can be complicated to know exactly what support you should be getting. This tool asks you some questions to help point you in the right direction.
You should always get professional advice about your leaving care status and your rights. Ask your personal adviser, a social worker, an independent advocate, or an advice service.
If you spent time in care as a child before being under a Special Guardianship Order, you may be a care leaver, usually a qualifying care leaver. If you were privately fostered you may also be a care leaver. Don't rely on this tool alone, get professional advice based on your individual circumstances.
