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Li Jean-Luc Harris Life Story and Biography

Thank you for wanting to Explore the Life of Li Jean-Luc Harris, this is his story based of being a looked after child, who faced a lot of mental health issues and Self Harm and homelessness unlike the blog posts this is in chronological order. and includes Actual Local Authority Reports, Medical Files, and various professional meetings. its all written in the 3rd person and has very limited redaction apart from any redactions made by the organisations who Li Harris may have done the (SAR) Subject Access requests on.  any redaction made by Li, will be indicated in bold as an author redaction with a reason for this

Please note this page is still in development and a lot of the timelines are currently still pending full release. some read more links may 404 error. please follow Looked after child on one of there social media websites for daily updates on which posts go live. ETA fully Live, September 2023

Li Jean-Luc Harris Life Story

1996
November 30 1996
Li Jean-Luc Harris Was Born In QEQM (Queen Elizabeth Queen Mothers) Hospital Margate, Kent

Li Jean-Luc Harris Was Born In QEQM (Queen Elizabeth Queen Mothers) Hospital Margate, Kent

Li Jean-Luc Harris was born in QEQM (Queen Elizabeth Queen Mothers) Hospital Margate, Kent on the 30th November 1996 at around 7pm 42 weeks gestation. Weight 3.98 kgs into a Hectic and dysfunctional family. his parents had suffered from previous generational Trauma which had been passed. at the time I had 3 other siblings. From the records Li Jean-Luc Harris still has he appeared to be healthy.

1997
June 19 1997
Li Jean-Luc Harris Has ChickenPox

Li Jean-Luc Harris Has ChickenPox

home visit – growth recorded. Li currently has chicken pox which he has had for a week. Drinking fluids well and eating normally. Sleeping a lot. Calpol given if whingy. Light clothing used and Calamine lotion. Developing normally.

September 16 1997
September 16 1997
December 23 1997
1998
June 2 1998
Li Jean-Luc Harris Has a  developmental assessment, February 1998

Li Jean-Luc Harris Has a developmental assessment, February 1998

home visit for developmental assessment. Concerns regarding left convergent squint. Refer to Opthomist. To attend surgery on Friday for hearing test.

June 5 1998
Li Jean-Luc Harris Has a hearing test

Li Jean-Luc Harris Has a hearing test

Li Jean-Luc Harris Passed his Hearing test, no concerns.

1999
April 1 1999
Li Jen-Luc Harris 2 1/4 Years Developmental Review, January 1999

Li Jen-Luc Harris 2 1/4 Years Developmental Review, January 1999

Developmental review – growth satisfactory. Speech and language age appropriate. Li Harris is Now wearing glasses.

2000
February 21 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Developmental Review, February 2000

Li Jean-Luc Harris Developmental Review, February 2000

Difficulties outlined were speech and language delay, immature behaviour, stress relating to overcrowding.

March 2 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Referral From pediatrician

Li Jean-Luc Harris Referral From pediatrician

Referral made for a developmental assessment by the Paediatrician paediatrician referral received from, Health Visitor, regarding developmental concerns. Concerns were regarding locomotor, fine motor and speech and language. Li uses a dummy and is reluctant to remove it. He is under the care of the Ophthalmic for a squint and has delayed treatment due to none attendance. Li is currently being toilet trained and wears nappies at night. Temper tantrums Reported

March 6 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Is Placed on Speech and language therapy Waiting List

Li Jean-Luc Harris Is Placed on Speech and language therapy Waiting List

report from speech and language therapy service advising that Li Jean-Luc Harris’s name is placed on the waiting list

March 8 2000
April 3 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Development Review, April 2000

Li Jean-Luc Harris Development Review, April 2000

Li Harris attended a developmental review by Dr **** – conclusion was; Griffiths score within low average range. Main problems were unintelligible speech for which he has been referred to speech and language therapy. Another difficulty is that he always has a dummy in his mouth and is reluctant to take it out. He also started wearing glasses 2 weeks ago and is getting used to the idea of getting his eye patched. It was noted that Li would need considerable input from regular preschool attendance or a specialist nursery provision. He needs considerable input from speech and language therapy before he starts school as his speech is unintelligible.

June 6 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Northdown Nursery

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Northdown Nursery

Li Harris is  attending Northdown I Health Nursery and will be attending full time in September. Speech and language therapy commenced.

October 16 2000
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Developmental Review, October 2000

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Developmental Review, October 2000

Li attended for a review with his mother and, community paediatrician. Li has started at Northdown Nursey and also Millmead Playschool. He is on the waiting list for speech therapy. He is also under the care of the Opthomist at the hospital and has been wearing glasses for the last 2 months. Li is toilet trained during the day and wets the bed at night.

2001
January 10 2001
February 26 2001
Li Jean-Luc Harris Developmental Review, February 2001

Li Jean-Luc Harris Developmental Review, February 2001

Li Harris was seen for a developmental Health assessment buy Dr ****. Conclusion had been Li’s overall Griffiths score lies within the low/average range. He is Receiving all the necessary input. He is due to start school in September 2001. Li co-operated with tests on his own terms. He has made pleasing progress with his speech and language skills. He does have a problem withpencil skills and needs to be encouraged more. Li will be reviewed in 1 year’s time in school clinic to see how he is

June 27 2001
Li Jean-Luc Harris Has Speech And Language Case Closed

Li Jean-Luc Harris Has Speech And Language Case Closed

Letter received from speech and Health language therapist,****** ****, who concludes that all areas of Li’s speech and language are within average range for his age. He does not require any speech and language intervention, therefore cased closed

November 30 2001
Li Jean-Luc Harris Turns 5 Years Old

Li Jean-Luc Harris Turns 5 Years Old

on the 30th november 2001  Li Jean-Luc Harris Turns 5 Years old he shows early signs of developmental issues and needed speech and language help, he also needs to wear glasses as has a lazy right eye. he is also struggling with attention in class and is prescribed ritalin to help him focus as gets a diagnosis for ADHD sadly this dose not help Li Jean-Luc Harris much as it caused him to then struggle with insomnia later in 2001 he was also then prescribed with melatonin to help him sleep better this is where li, then describes his journey of becoming a Medicated Mess li is also struggling with school, he does not easily make friends and struggles with school work

2002
July 22 2002
Li Jean-Luc Harris is Referred to Enuresis Clinic

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Referred to Enuresis Clinic

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Referred to Lead Enuresis Clinic, due to continued nocturnal Bed wetting

September 9 2002
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, September 2002

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, September 2002

Reported that Li Harris has always wet the bed and wears pull ups. There is no daytime wetting, no frequency, normal stream, bowels regular. No infections. Reported there is enuresis in the family Li Jean-Luc Harris’s Behaviours are also getting worse and are hard to control.

2003
November 20 2003
Li Jean-Luc Harris was referred to CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services

Li Jean-Luc Harris was referred to CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services

Referred by Drapers Mills Primary School, because of behavioural issues and concerns within the family.

2004
January 1 2004
Li Jean-Luc Harris – The First Time The Thing Happened

Li Jean-Luc Harris – The First Time The Thing Happened

Li Jean-Luc Harris Describes “The Thing” as the first time he self-harmed and also the most severe type of self harm he did. During a very traumatic time in his life.  it is something he still has to cope with this day. He does not remember the exact date but knows it was around the ages of 8/9 years of age. and still happened in the family home Li Harris Self Harmed this way a total of two times. He explains the self harm without going into much detail, but he was trying to fix himself and failed massively. causing nothing but a lifetime of issues, although in his later life he takes action to fix this. one day he wishes to expand more on..Read More

July 21 2004
CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, July 2004

CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, July 2004

There has been good improvement reported both at home and at school after taking Ritalin, although the benefits at home were less sustained. Fighting occurs with brother due to them winding him up and breaking his toys. Both boys complained that he had been very rough with them and teased. Li found this difficult to tolerate and ended up scratching the top of both forearms which bleed. He was at first very inhibited by embarrassment but was finally able to explain

December 10 2004
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attended A&E after accident – Li being poked in the eye by the zip of his coat

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attended A&E after accident – Li being poked in the eye by the zip of his coat

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attended A&E after accident – Li being poked in the eye by the zip of his coat Li Harris remember this event as him doing his zip and beaning lent over and somehow catching his eye with the zipper

2006
February 22 2006
CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, February 2006

CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, February 2006

CAMHS report; Attended review with Dr Nairac, consultant psychiatrist, reported that his moods and behaviours are improved and at school. Continue on medicationEquasmXL 20 ml and Melatonine 2 tablets at night.

June 13 2006
Li Jean-Luc Harris Visits A&E Due to a burn

Li Jean-Luc Harris Visits A&E Due to a burn

Li Jean-Luc Harris has a Burn to his left index finger with a lighter whilst melting Toys with his brother

2007
July 28 2007
Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves into full time care with his Father

Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves into full time care with his Father

after Li Jean-Luc Harris and his brother stealing off their mum and gambling it down at the local arcades in margate. his mum could no longer deal with them as the pressure from social services, and the task load of the six other children she looked after on her own took a toll on their mum’s mental health issues. Not just this but but the money we stole from mum was the last of her money that she was supposed to use to fund to buy food. putting their mum in a bit of a sticky position.   she got back in contact with their father who agreed would take them back into his custody

August 8 2007
Li Jean-Luc Harris is Placed on Child Protection Register

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Placed on Child Protection Register

Li Jean-Luc Harris Placed on child Protection List under the category of neglect.

October 23 2007
Li Jean-Luc Harris’s Child Protection Register Review, October 2007

Li Jean-Luc Harris’s Child Protection Register Review, October 2007

Li Harris remains on the child protection register, now lives with his father and continues to have enuresis. Continuing to see Dr. Nairac. Li’s behaviour in school is erratic. Additional support with a teaching assistant is in place

December 28 2007
5 Months with Father, things are not looking any better

5 Months with Father, things are not looking any better

although my mum had tried a lot to regulate and care for us, most of my most familiar memories of my father are negative Smashing my mums windows getting arrested trying to push my mum down the stairs him constantly hitting us taking my brother away and forcing him to live there (2 years prior to this) at fathers, the abuse continued. But this time worse. We spent all our time in our rooms, we only left to eat or go to school in most situations and the living accommodation was constantly messy. my school work was getting worse, my appearance was declining and my mental health issues where escalating

2008
January 27 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris – and his fathers care breaks down – Li Harris to become Looked After Child

Li Jean-Luc Harris – and his fathers care breaks down – Li Harris to become Looked After Child

After an incident with his father Li Jean-Luc Harris and his brother where given up to the local authority and now will be looked after by social services, this was a very hard time for Li, and caused a lot of stress. The reason this happened was because Li Jean-Luc Harris and his brother had caused so much stress on his current partner at the time she gave the ultimatum that my father should chose either her or give up the children. And my father chose her. the funny thing is this relationship still failed a few weeks later, and although it broke me at the time looking back, this probably was the best thing to happen to me at the time

January 28 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Becomes a Looked After Child

Li Jean-Luc Harris Becomes a Looked After Child

Li Jean-Luc Harris Becomes a Looked After Child aged 11, on the 20th January 2005 he explains his experiences to be traumatic and one that he we will never forget, both his father dropping him and his brother off to school for the last time and the experiences of crying in his mums arms not know what my future entailed while waiting for my new social worker to arrive. Li Jean-Luc Harris explains this in more depth on his blog post Going into Foster Care Aged 11

January 28 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris First Foster Care Placement

Li Jean-Luc Harris First Foster Care Placement

Li Jean-Luc Harris moved into a temporary foster care placement with Sally and Peter, who was a family friend. Although he later discovered they was not really friends and that a family member had ran away with sally’s  previous husband. Li, felt like they did not suit this placement for him, not only was his Mental health declining massively but he feels he was excluded from the family. for example they had too living rooms one for Sallys family and one for the foster children. due to various health issues around “The Thing” i was constantly in and out of medical appointments. But i refused a lot of treatments and examinations. Li Jean-Luc harris tried to come out as gay while in the care of..Read More

February 6 2008
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, February 2008

Table Of Contents1 Health And Development2 Emotional wellbeing, identity, self esteem, attachments3 Contact And Family4 Legal Matters Health And Development Li Harris’s general health is good but he suffers from ADHD and, for this reason, sees Dr Nairac at Orchard House. He has been prescribed melatonin for insomnia but is managing without it at present. He eats and sleeps well in the foster home. Li suffers from enuresis and a referral was made to the enuresis clinic. Li also complains of headaches and this should be mentioned to the doctor at the LAC health assessment. Emotional wellbeing, identity, self esteem, attachments There area ongoing concerns about Li’s emotional wellbeing. He has just experienced considerable family upheaval and his distress has been reflected in his disturbed..Read More

March 17 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Development Update, March 2008

Li Jean-Luc Harris Development Update, March 2008

Referral received from  Inclusion Manager at Drapers Mills. Li is in foster care. A referral has been made regarding concerns over development, low self esteem, poor body image, motor skills and coordination. Li is registered on school action with behaviour being his prime need. Also presents with motor skills problems. He often wears his shoes on the wrong feet and refuses to change. He refuses to participate in activities. Fine motor skills are reported to be poor. He has refused to take part in fizzy groups and he is very sensitive about what he can and cannot do.

April 4 2008
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, April 2008

Table Of Contents1 Education2 Medical3 Emotional wellbeing, identity1 attachments, self esteem4 Contact and family relationship Education This would be of great concern as Li’s predicated SAT results are less then expected. The interim report provided for today’s meeting gives E for Effort in an subjects and for behaviour. His progress is graded poor, in all subjects except reading where he is graded as satisfactory. ln a couple of areas-handwriting and  maths his SATS levels have gone down since September. In the past he has been cooperative and usually cheerful and helpful on a one to one basis but now often refuses to carry out instructions. Teacher has noted that he seems very sensitive to noise, yet he himself is a noisy person and when he..Read More

April 26 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Fractured his Left collarbone

Li Jean-Luc Harris Fractured his Left collarbone

Attended  A&E with a left shoulder injury. Li 9.52am reported that he was running along and flung his arm back yesterday whilst in the playground at school. Following examination and x-ray it was discovered that there was a fracture of the left Clavicle, which was discussed with the carer. She had stated that Li was on the trampoline yesterday and had been throwing himself  down onto his shoulder and did not appear to have any injury at that point. suggested that it could be an airline fracture which split open when running read the post Broke my collarbone Aged 10 | Life Stories 005

April 30 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris no longer on Child Protection Register

Li Jean-Luc Harris no longer on Child Protection Register

Children were removed from the Protection Register and a plan for Children in Need was made

June 4 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, June 2008

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, June 2008

Attended enuresis clinic with Dr. Saffi-Ullah accompanied by foster carer. Advice given for primary nocturnal Enuresis. Li and his carer were given several options and opted for Desmomelt medication.

June 4 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Has an Adoption Medical

Li Jean-Luc Harris Has an Adoption Medical

adoption medical performed by Dr. Saffi-Ullah  Recommendations had been; ongoing support for emotional and behavioural health and ADHD ongoing support for special educational needs  ongoing support for nocturnal enuresis ongoing support for vision checks

June 10 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris is considered for Special Educational Needs

Li Jean-Luc Harris is considered for Special Educational Needs

Letter received from Health Educational Needs, stating that they are considering whether to carry out a statutory assessment for special educational needs on Li.

October 10 2008
CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, October 2008

CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, October 2008

CAMHS report; Attended a review with Health Health Record Dr Nairac Consultant Psychiatrist with foster carer. Continue with EquasymXL 30 mls daily. Dr. Nairac requested he kept posted as there may be a change of placement. Also just started Hereson School and reading age is quite delayed. Reported to be growing and eating well. Enuresis continues

October 27 2008
Foster Care Placement With Sally and Peter Ends

Foster Care Placement With Sally and Peter Ends

After Li Jean-Luc Harris spent around 10 months with Sally, the placement finally ended, and Li  partied as they drove away. Although nervous about the next placement Li  was hopeful that the next placement would not be as bad as the last one. Li Jean-Luc Harris strongly believes that from the start this placement was a massive mistake! and that social services should have made better judgement that this Foster Care Placement would not have been successful

October 28 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves In With Carol and John – His Second Foster Care Placement

Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves In With Carol and John – His Second Foster Care Placement

Li Harris Considers His Placement With Carol And John to be one of the most influential times in his childhood. where he was able to discover himself, his feelings and start the process of healing although you can read the full blog post about Li Jean-Luc Harris and his experiences with Carol and John At My Second Foster Care Placement With Carol And John

November 28 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, November 2008

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, November 2008

Attended clinic appointment with Dr. Saffi-Ullah, Paediatrician, accompanied by his new foster carer. Li has been treated with different local cream, anti fungal, for the infection in his Redacted by author “The Thing” and is awaiting an appointment with a dermatologist. Dr Saffi-Ullah. Did inspect his Redacted by author “The Thing” which revealed there was some soreness and oedema, although there was no discharge. No other significant systemic findings. Prescription for oral Metronidazole was given today and also Augmentin for the infection.

December 9 2008
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, December 2008

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, December 2008

Li was seen by Dr Baron at the paediatric dermatology clinic. Li was reported by his carers to have an Offensive smell. Dr Baron was not able to detect any odour and could not find any evidence of a problem. Skin swab taken – some bacteria detected. HIV test result – negative. He has been given a 6 months open appointment.

2009
January 1 2009
Li Jean-Luc Harris Joins 14th Broadstairs Scout Group

Li Jean-Luc Harris Joins 14th Broadstairs Scout Group

Li Jean-Luc Harris Joins Scouts and joins the 14th Broadstairs Scout Group He attends weekly and take parts in some physical activities, although he has struggled to get on with some people and did have to move group at one point. Li Harris Dose gain a few badges, but dose not want to do camp. Li suggests this could be both because he would struggle with technology and because of his ongoing enuresis issues which would cause him embarrassment. he remembers partaking in a robot wars event where they built robots out of MDF Which would fight each other and Scouts got talent where they sang Waterproofs a Chris Moyles parody with his scout group.

January 5 2009
Contact Made to Clinical Professional Regarding Li Jean-Luc Harris, January 2009

Contact Made to Clinical Professional Regarding Li Jean-Luc Harris, January 2009

Foster carer had contacted Paediatrician regarding concerns and the smell in his Redacted by Author – “the thing” and infection. She reports the smell was very bad and he is bathing twice a day. Advice requested. Paediatrician advised to go and see GP for treatment

March 4 2009
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, March 2009

Table Of Contents1 CHILDREN OR YOUNG PERSON’S PARTICIPATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS:2 HAVE THE DECISIONS REACHED AT THE LAST REVIEW DATED (19/09/08) BEEN ACTED UPON?3 PLACEMENT or HOME SITUATION4 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES/SPORTS/FRIENDSHIPS5 EDUCATION6 HEAL TH AND DEVELOPMENT7 EMOTIONAL WELLBEING, IDENTITY, SELF ESTEEM, ATTACHMENTS8 CONTACT AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS9 Legal Matters10 CARE PLANNING11 Care Plan CHILDREN OR YOUNG PERSON’S PARTICIPATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS: Li did not want separate time with the IRO but participated throughout. HAVE THE DECISIONS REACHED AT THE LAST REVIEW DATED (19/09/08) BEEN ACTED UPON? Social Worker has spent time getting to know Li. There has been no liaison from Nicky but Carol thompson has been following up Li’s health needs.  PEP was held on 02/03/09. Dyslexia screening has not taken place  Li seeks..Read More

2010
February 23 2010
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Kent County Council – Social Services Department Closure/Transfer Summary New Social Worker, February 2010

Table Of Contents1 Date, Source and details of referral2 Significant Changes in People or Circumstances since referral3 Actions Taken and other Resources Deployed4 Aims Achieved5 Reasons for Closure/ Transfer Date, Source and details of referral Li Jean-Luc Harris has suffered emotional abuse living with both parents individually and together. He has witnessed domestic violence by his parents and by mother’s previous and present partners. Redacted by Social Services  Redacted by Author – sensitive Family Information Li and brother were accommodated on 28/01/08 at request of father. LA were in process of initiating care proceedings following negative parenting assessment of father. Li and brother moved to father’s care on 28/08 after request by mother who holds Residence Order for them. Father had not seen Li and..Read More

April 8 2010
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, April 2010

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends a Clinical Appointment, April 2010

ttended clinic with Dr. Sarmah. Li Health Health record attended with his foster carer following a referral for a history of current UTls and male odorous Redacted by author -“The Thing” etc. Li has had a long standing history of Redacted by author -“The Thing” infection and a smelly Redacted by author -“The Thing“, receiving previously several courses of antibiotics particular Metronidazole to help keep his skin infection at bay. The foster carer reported that she has found blood in his clothing and at times in his bed, arranging from a small to a large quantity. Li would not say where the blood had come from and would not allow an examination. Dr Sarmah wrote that Li is not very communicative and he is at..Read More

April 14 2010
CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, April 2010

CAMS Child and adolescent mental health services Update, April 2010

Attended for a review with Dr Nairac Consultant Psychiatrist. Medication for ADHD review deferred. No change for now.

July 2 2010
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Health Review 07/02/2010

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Health Review 07/02/2010

Assessment. Recommendations had been. For professional meeting to discuss the way forward regarding lack of resolution for derma logical condition  To encourage to improve dental hygiene To refer to speech and language therapy Health Promotion leaflets given

August 24 2010
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, August 2010

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends Enuresis Clinic, August 2010

Li attended the joint enuresis clinic with Dr Saffi-Ullah accompanied by foster carer. Being seen in clinic for his nocturnal enuresis. Was last review ed in January 2010. He has been using Desmomelt 250 mgs daily at night. He was advised to have a trial off of Desmomelt when he attended the last review clinic in order to assess further need.

October 14 2010
Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends QEQM Hospital October 2010

Li Jean-Luc Harris Attends QEQM Hospital October 2010

Attended a Clinic at QEQM Hospital accompanied by foster carer attendenced regarding blood in clothing and sheets. some blod tests have been performed FBS UNE TFT and LFT bone profile and CRP all normal. Urine dipstick also performed – no signs of infection.   The foster carer had reported there had been spots of blood on bed sheets once or twice every week, they appear to be fresh with no foul smell. no complaints of vomiting or abdomal pain. Li has been dry at night for 3 months. he refusesed a clinical examination today therefor paediatrician was unable to asses if there had been any local injury causing hte bleeding. case was discussed with Dr. Sarmah. and they await hte outcome of the professional meeting.

November 23 2010
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, December 2010

Table Of Contents1 Main Review1.1 Highlight any other outstanding health/developmental needs/issues not referred to above and whether any changes are needed to the current health care arrangements1.2 Highlight child/young person’s achievements in school since last review (both academic and non academic achievements)1.3 Comment on quality of the attachment between child/young person and carers1.4 Highlight any issues/concerns regarding child/young person’s sense of identity, social presentation, religion, language, culture, sexuality, disability, gender2 INDEPENDENT REVIEWING OFFICER’S  (IRO) SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION2.1 CHILD/YOUNG PERSON’S PARTICIPATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS:2.2 HAVE THE DECISIONS REACHED AT THE LAST REVIEW BEEN ACTED UPON?2.3 PLACEMENT or HOME SITUATION2.4 SOCIAL ACTIVITIES/SPORTS/FRIENDSHIPS2.5 EDUCATION3 EMOTIONAL WELLBEING, IDENTITY, SELF ESTEEM, ATTACHMENTS4 CONTACT AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS4.1 LEGAL MATTERS5 CARE PLANNING6 Care Plan7 Discussions / Recommendations Main Review Highlight any..Read More

2011
March 16 2011
Network Meeting Regarding Li Jean-Luc Harris, March 2011

Network Meeting Regarding Li Jean-Luc Harris, March 2011

Table Of Contents1 Meeting2 Actions:3 Present Meeting Carol stated that Li last saw Dr Nairac a year ago and he just prescribed medication. Social Worker advised that she has not received an update from Dr Nairac as yet. Re: Assessment. Head of Year gave an update on Li. He is on a target sheet each week. Li is not always getting the report cards/ sheet signed. Li has tried at every opportunity to hack into the school computer system. Li has an obsession with Bin Laden. in a recent lesson around careers, Li discussed bun laden hack into the pentagon when Bin Laden. Oaktree stated that considering his childhood Li fascination around a connection of being terrorised to terrorism. Head Of Year advised that work..Read More

2012
February 4 2012
Li Jean-Luc Harris Publicly tells the world that he is gay

Li Jean-Luc Harris Publicly tells the world that he is gay

After a lot of fear had built up inside of me after My First Foster carers Sally and Peter denied my sexuality and 3 more attempts after this, which i later redacted due to fear of rejection Li Jean-Luc Harris finally announced to the world that he was Gay And Proud. my outing happened over 3 stages. and this is the exact message i had sent to my family on the finaly attempt to tell the world i was gay (Unedited for authenticity as I was a lot worse at grammar and spelling then) hi… and once again i am writing to you for to long now i have been hideing who i am for to long i have been pretending to be someone that..Read More

May 1 2012
Photo of Li Jean-Luc Harris at Kent and Medway adolescence hospital, (woodland House) Staplehurst Kent (KMAH) - Indoor Meeting Room

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Admitted to Kent and Medway Adolescent Unit, Woodland House Tonbridge

I was Admitted to Kent and Medway Adolescent Unit, Woodland House Tonbridge you can read the full blog post here -> Sectioned under the mental health act aged 15. At Kent and Medway adolescence hospital, (woodland House) Staplehurst Kent (KMAH)

May 21 2012
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, May 2012

Table Of Contents1 Main Looked After Child Review1.1 Any illnesses or hospital admissions since last review? Yes. If yes, details1.2 Highlight any other outstanding health/developmental needs/issues not referred to above and whether any changes are needed to the current health care arrangements1.3 Have there been any change~ in school/nursery since last review? Yes. If yes, details including date of change1.4 Highlight child/young person’s achievements in school since last review (both academic and non academic achievements)1.5 Highlight any concerns or outstanding issues regarding child/young person’s education, learning, language and social development and whether there need to be any changes to the current arrangements for child/young person1.6 Where appropriate, has life story work been completed? No. If no, when will this be done and by whom?1.7 Comment..Read More

July 16 2012
Placement With Carol and John Ends

Placement With Carol and John Ends

While in hospital, Carol and John was told they had to end the placement by my social worker, and the local authority  due to concerns that they would not be able to provide the right care for me and my mental health Read my blog to find out more -> The Breakdown Of My Second Foster Care Placement

July 26 2012
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Li Jean-Luc Harris Kent County Council (LAC) Looked After Child Review, July 2012

Table Of Contents1 Any illness or hospitalisations since the last review yes, if yes, details2 Highlight any other outstanding health/developmental needs/issues not referred to above and whether any changes are needed to thek current health arrangements3 Have there been any changes in school/nursery since last review? | If yes, details including date of change4 Number of school days missed this academic year Highlight child/young person’s achievements in school since last review (both academic and non academic achievements)5 Highlight any concerns or outstanding issues regarding child/young person’s education, learning, language and social development and whether there need to be any changes to the current arrangements for chlld/young person6 Where appropriate, has lifestory work been completed? if no, when will this be done and by whom?7 Comment..Read More

August 31 2012
Photo of Li Jean-Luc Harris at Kent and Medway adolescence hospital, (woodland House) Staplehurst Kent (KMAH) outside shed

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Discharged From Kent and Medway Adolescent Unit, Woodland House Tonbridge

Li Jean-Luc Harris is Discharged From Kent and Medway Adolescent Unit, Woodland House Tonbridge you can read the full post at -> Sectioned under the mental health act aged 15. At Kent and Medway adolescence hospital, (woodland House) Staplehurst Kent (KMAH)

September 1 2012
Li Jean-Luc Harris is moved to Pilgrims Corner -> Verona House in Herne Bay

Li Jean-Luc Harris is moved to Pilgrims Corner -> Verona House in Herne Bay

After Li Jean-Luc Harris Was Discharged from the mental health hospital  it was agreed upon that he should move to Verona House in Herne Bay, Part of Pilgrims corner at the time. Li was very reluctant in this placement and would be very disruptive and dismissive. Li Discloses this was as he felt like he had all his freedoms still removed. he was not allowed a computer or phone. which made him feel very isolated. His Mental Health dose continue to get worse. with a few self harm incidents (Cutting his arms and punching walls) although Li Harris did learn how to manage his life without any medication during this period of time marking and end to what he refers to as a “A Medicated..Read More

November 6 2012
Pilgrims Corner File Note, 06/11/2012

Pilgrims Corner File Note, 06/11/2012

At10:45 Li came to talk to me about his computer time this time I was in another young person’s bed room. I saw Lt wiping his right index finger; I asked Li what was wrong with his finger; he said he had a cut on his finger. I asked how did it happened he said he saw his finger bleeding while at the Library but he couldn’t recall how it happened. I offered Li first aid and asked Li to keep the plaster on in for how and I said to Li i will fill the accident form and he will need to sign it, Li said is just a little cut it doesn’t need to go in the accident book; I explained to Li..Read More

November 9 2012
Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 09 November, 2012

Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 09 November, 2012

Table Of Contents1 observation of mood commencing the Session:2 Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week:3 Sessional content:4 Observed mood, behaviour, levels of positive engagement and inclusion of session: observation of mood commencing the Session: Li was prepared to engage openly and appeared both calm and relaxed. Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week: To discuss Li’s concerns regarding being bullied and called names. Sessional content: 1. I spoke with Li about the complaint that he had made regarding two other young people that he had been to the caravan with over the half term period. He had informed staff that they had been calling him names and making homophobic type comments towards Li. I praised Li for being..Read More

November 10 2012
Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 10 November, 2012

Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 10 November, 2012

Table Of Contents1 Observation of mood commencing the session:2 Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week:3 Sessional content: Observation of mood commencing the session: Li was prepared to discuss matters in an open and mature fashion. Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week: 1. To discuss the points raised from Li’s consultation paper. Sessional content: 1. Li stated that he felt the home was ‘unhomely’ due to the rules that had to be followed. He also added that he thought the home was dull. When I responded to Li he did state that he appreciated that rules, boundaries and expectations needed to be In place irrespective of whether he lived at home or at Verona House, and that it..Read More

November 11 2012
Pilgrims Corner File Note 05.11.2012

Pilgrims Corner File Note 05.11.2012

Whilst myself JL, and WG was attempting to hold the children’s house meeting Li was very disruptive and constantly talking over staff members and YP’s. Li was asked on several occasions to stop this and to participate appropriately within the meeting but Li continued with his behaviour. This led to the house meeting being cancelled half way through

December 20 2012
Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 20 December 2012

Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 20 December 2012

Table Of Contents1 Observation of mood commencing the session:2 Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week:3 Sessional content:4 Observed mood, behaviour, levels of positive engagement and conclusion of session Observation of mood commencing the session: Li appeared happy and relaxed Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week: To discuss points raised Sessional content: Li raised the point of his moving to the other unit as he felt it would benefit him more. Li has stated on a number of occasions that he is unhappy at Verona House and would like to move on, maybe to another foster family or to the other unit. I asked Li what was it that he did not like, and he said there was..Read More

2013
January 15 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 15th January 2013

Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 15th January 2013

Table Of Contents1 Observation of mood commencing the session:2 Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week:3 Sessional content: Observation of mood commencing the session: Li was prepared to engage openly and appeared both calm and relaxed. Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week: How Li Is feeling currently. Li’s thoughts regarding using the gym again. Incontinence. Sessional content:  I spoke with Li about how he is feeling at the moment, as he appears to be a little up and down in his mood and physical presentation. LI shared with me that he is feeling ‘ok’ at the moment, certainly better than he was feeling a week or so ago. He went on to add that he does still want..Read More

January 18 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 18th January 2013

Li Jean-Luc Harris – Attends Keyworking Session At Pilgrims Corner, 18th January 2013

Table Of Contents1 observation of mood commencing The session:2 Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week:3 Sessional content: observation of mood commencing The session: I asked to have a chat with Li about his future and how he feels about the prospect of moving on from Verona House. He was not too keen to engage but participated in the conversation nevertheless. Targeted outcomes for session to include activities for following week: To discuss what Li should be aiming to achieve with regards to preparing himself appropriately for moving on to semi independence. Sessional content: I asked Li what he thought he should be looking to achieve over the coming weeks, to evidence that he is well prepared to move on to semi..Read More

March 1 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Leaves Verona House Pilgrims Corner

Li Jean-Luc Harris Leaves Verona House Pilgrims Corner

After pilgrims corner explored all possibilities to get Li Jean-Luc Harris to abide by the rules and prepare for independence , Li feels like he had to bend all the rules to move out this placement and was in his own words, a living nightmare to deal with, eventually 28 Days notice was served, Li Harris Leaves Verona House in Herne bay on the 1st March 2013, and moves to Gravesend with a semi-independence Placement  Independence-Development Limited

March 1 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves to Edwin Therapeutic Unit With Independence-Development ltd

Li Jean-Luc Harris Moves to Edwin Therapeutic Unit With Independence-Development ltd

Li Jean-Luc Harris got his wish to move out of Pilgrims corner and now resides at a semi-independence placement in Gravesend Called Edwin Therapeutic Unit With Independence-Development Ltd. Li is now expected to food shop, budget for himself, clean his clothes and room, cook his own meals and more. it is ran by Dr Michael Olydemi Chartered Psychologist Li Harris is happy because he has now got more freedom, can have the technology he wants and has ambitions to start college in September.

April 16 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Transfers to Sinon House Therapeutic Unit With Independence-Development ltd

Li Jean-Luc Harris Transfers to Sinon House Therapeutic Unit With Independence-Development ltd

Li Harris found his mental health was rapidly declining due to one of the residents in placement who was going through sever mental health episodes and was very loud and destructive at times. Li Harris was heading to contact with family one evening and he told them they had to find him a new placement who would not return. Dr. Michael Olydemi made the decision to transfer Li Within the company to another House Simon House therapeutic Unit Based in Rochester, Medway where Li Remained for the remainder of his time with Independence Development Ltd.

June 6 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Studies BETEC Level 2 first diploma in ICT at MidKent College

Li Jean-Luc Harris Studies BETEC Level 2 first diploma in ICT at MidKent College

Li Jean-Luc Harris Studies BETEC Level 2 first diploma in ICT at MidKent College, he makes good progress and enjoys studying with like-minded people.

July 20 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Starts Volunteering in Oxfam, Rochester

Li Jean-Luc Harris Starts Volunteering in Oxfam, Rochester

Li Jean-Luc Harris wanted to keep himself busy and develop some self confidence and working skills. therefor he decided to start Volunteering at Oxfam Rochester where he sometimes completed 3 / 4 shifts a week. he was well liked and got on well with the staff. He Manged the tills, Cashed up, helped organise the and prepare items for sale. supported and offered advice to customers And Much More.

July 28 2013
Li Jean-Luc Harris Independence-Development ltd Weekly Progress Report WE 28.07.2013

Li Jean-Luc Harris Independence-Development ltd Weekly Progress Report WE 28.07.2013

Table Of Contents1 BE HEALTHY/STAY SAFE1.1 Targets from last week and comments:2 ENJOY AND ACHIEVE2.1 Targets from last week and comments:3 MAKING A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION3.1 Targets from last week and comments:4 ACHIEVE ECONOMIC WELL BEING4.1 Targets from last week and comments:5 PSYCHOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT AND WELL-BEING5.1 Targets from last week and comments:6 Targets for this week (or suggestion to Keyworker): BE HEALTHY/STAY SAFE Targets from last week and comments: Target Achieved Not Achieved 1. PERSONAL HYGIENE Achieved   2. MAINTAIN HEALTHY BALANCED DIET Achieved   3. APPOINTMENTS ATTENDED   Achieved   Comments:   Li Tends to his personal hygiene this week, every time he wakes up in the morning he had a bath, washed his hair and brush his teeth. When he go out he dressed..Read More

2014
September 9 2014
Li Jean-Luc Harris Finishes MidKent College With a Merit

Li Jean-Luc Harris Finishes MidKent College With a Merit

Li Jean-Luc Harris finishes his studies at MidKent College with a BETEC Level 2 first diploma in ICT Grade Merit

2017
September 27 2017
2022
May 12 2022
Looked After Child Logo Cropped for header only and mobile

Li Jean-Luc Harris Ends His Personal Blog to found Looked After Child

after 4 years blogging Li Jean-Luc Harris funds looked after child to make his website more targeted towards care leavers, this not only helps with his appearance online but allows him to open up the platform to more people so that he can build a collection of care stories from professionals and other care leavers.  and to create a knowledge base and courses in the future.

September 27 2022
Li Jean-Luc Harris Gets Engaged To Joshua Evans

Li Jean-Luc Harris Gets Engaged To Joshua Evans

After 5 years being with Josh, Li Jean-Luc Harris and Josh Evans become engaged on their 5th year anniversary of being together.

2023
January 1 2023
Li Jean-Luc Harris proposes a rebrand of Looked After Child

Li Jean-Luc Harris proposes a rebrand of Looked After Child

After a successful first year, Li Jean-Luc Harris builds a new brand for Looked After child including  new logos, and strict brand guidelines as well as becoming compliant in GDPR UK Laws.  New features released  including upcoming events, and proposal to update Li Jean-Luc Harris’s timeline into a better layout Read Rebranding / Website Changes for more information