In Care Stories: Ep3: Matt

Matt was made homeless as a teen as struggles at college put pressures on his family unit. Listen to his experience and how he is rebuilding his life now he has the security of his own flat.

 

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