In Care Stories: Ep6: Louis

Louis was taken into care as a small child. Listen as he talks about his positive time in care and what he believes is the secret to a successful placement.

 

Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.

https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/

 

If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.

 

If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:

 

The Care Leavers’ Association

A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.

https://www.careleavers.com

 

The Children’s Society

The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.

https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk

 

Coram Voice

Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.

https://coramvoice.org.uk

 

National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)

NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.

https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/

 

Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services

Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care

 

Just for Kids Law

This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.

https://www.justforkidslaw.org

 

If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:

 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00

 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663

 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC