The "Local Care Offer" (officially known as the Local Offer for Care Leavers) is a document or website that every local authority in England must publish by law. It lists all the services, support, and entitlements available to young people aged 16 to 25 who have been in care. Think of it as your...
in the residential care sector, the Quality Standards (as set out in the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015) represent the regulatory framework against which Ofsted inspects and judges provision. However, for high-performing providers, these standards should not be viewed merely as a...
Navigating the terminology of the UK social care system can often feel like learning a new language. Whether you are a foster carer, a residential childcare worker, or a family member, you will frequently hear terms like "Looked After Child" (LAC) and "Child in Care". While these terms are often...
Parents in the UK are in a powerful position to shape how their children feel about learning for the rest of their lives. Long before GCSEs, SATs or Ofsted reports, curiosity starts (and can be quietly snuffed out) at home. This guide is about how you can protect that spark and help your child...
Introduction Everyone makes mistakes growing up, right? It's a part of life, a part of figuring out who you are and what's right and wrong. But sometimes those mistakes leave a mark, a lingering "what if" that pops up when you least expect it. This post isn't about dwelling on the past, it's about...
Introduction: Being a looked after child can have a profound and lasting impact on a young person's life. While every experience is unique, there are common challenges and long-term effects that care leavers often face. This article aims to shed light on these effects, emphasizing the importance...
LH aged 15 . (Li Harris) Nairac Bertrand (EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST) Sent: 12 July 2012 13:09 To: anathanson@tavi-port Attachments:12.07.12 attachment to ana~1.doc (39 KB) Dear Mr Nathanson Tam grateful to your secretary-receptionist who helped me on the telephone this...
25/05/2012 16:35 Inpatient - Nursing Title:late shift Li's father phoned today asking for information about Li. I told him that I would have to speak to social services before I could give him any information. On speaking to social services I was asked to tell Mr. Harris to speak to Carly's...
What is Pupil Premium? Pupil Premium is a government funding initiative designed to assist schools in supporting looked after children and those who have left care. This funding is allocated to schools based on the number of students they have who are eligible for the program. How Does Pupil...
SOUTH LONDON AND MAUDSLEY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST NAME: Mr Li Harris DOB: 30/11/1996 ADDRESS: *Redacted Foster Carers Address – By Author* GP: Dr HJ Roux, The Bethesda Medical Centre, Palm Bay Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent CT9 3NR DATE ADMITTED: 01/05/2012 CONSULTANT: Dr Helen M Garrett...
Sharing my story hasn't always been easy. It's a deeply personal act, a form of therapy that isn't for everyone. I often hear the question, "Why do you share your story?" It's a valid question, and the answer is simple: for me, sharing is a release. It's a way to set free the experiences,...
A Section 31 Care Order also know as a full care order is a significant legal measure in the UK that grants the local authority responsibility for a child's care. This means decisions about the child's upbringing, including where they live, their education, and their healthcare, are made by the...
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