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The stigma of being in care
2020 blog post by Shelly Reed, Participation Coordinator at Coram Voice, about her frustrations at the ‘tick box’ nature of the care system.
This week we’re clapping for leaving care personal advisers – Covid-19 pandemic
2020 Community Care article by Linda Briheim-Crookall about the important role personal advisers played during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Care leavers’ well-being during the Covid-19 Pandemic: Key Messages for Leaving Care Workers
As we respond to new circumstances it is important that we plan our services not only to keep our children and young people safe and supported, but to make their lives as positive as possible at this time.
Three ways social workers can support children in care
2020 Community Care article by Linda Briheim-Crookall on the simple messages from children in care and care leavers about how professionals can avoid stigmatising them.
Bright Spots insight paper: Challenging Stigma in the Care System
Bright Spots research shows that being singled out, stereotyped or treated differently is an on-going issue for both children in care and care leavers.
I wish someone would explain why I am in care
The impact of children and young people's lack of understanding of why they are in out-of-home care on their well-being and felt security
“I wasn’t told why I was taken into care”
2020 Guardian article by Kerrie Portman discusses her experience of being taken into care
The importance of understanding why you are in care
2020 Community Care article by Linda Briheim-Crookall providing tips for talking to children about past experiences and why they are in care.
I grew up in care. I wanted to break the cycle and be the good parent I didn’t have
2019 Guardian article by Lauren Parker about her experience as a young mum and care leaver.