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Improving care leavers’ trust in their workers – New Belongings Programme
Oldham have given leaving care workers the skills and opportunities to develop relationships with children and young people in care.
Improving children and young people’s understanding of the care journey in Sheffield
In response to their Bright Spots survey, Sheffield Care Leavers Union simplified care and pathway plans so that young people know what is happening in their lives.
Helping care leavers in North Yorkshire stay in touch with their Personal Advisors
North Yorkshire extended support for care leavers beyond their 25th birthday, offering to be 'Always Here'.
Improving the well-being of fostered children in Sheffield with Fostering Five
In response to their Bright Spots survey findings, Sheffield Fostering Service highlighted five areas to improve the well-being of fostered children
Helping care leavers in Oldham feel safe and settled where they live – New Belongings Programme
Oldham have developed an effective multi-agency approach between their housing and leaving care services.
Maintaining support for young people in Stockport – New Belongings Programme
Stockport developed a mentoring scheme enabling key workers to become mentors to young people, ensuring long term support.
A new approach to planning with young people in Dorset – New Belongings Programme
Moving from a model of ‘You said – We did’, to a model of ‘You said – We did this together' where solutions are developed alongside young people.
Involving young people in service development in Dorset – New Belongings Programme
Dorset have developed a collaborative approach to service planning that involves care leavers.
Helping children in care spend more time in nature in Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire organised a tree planting day to encourage young people to take part in outdoor activities and experience volunteering.
Promoting body positivity among children in care in Sheffield with a fashion show
Sheffield Children in Care Council organised a positive body image fashion show to encourage children to love themselves just the way they are.