Staying Put
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The Children and Families Act 2014 introduced a new duty on local authorities in England to advise, assist and support fostered young people to stay with their foster families when they reach 18, if both parties agree.
This arrangement is designed to give care experienced people the support they need as the move towards adulthood. |
This course, prepared by an experienced Staying Put carer, provides participants with an opportunity to understand the principles, process, planning and practicalities of Staying Put.
Who should attend?
Foster carers and all practitioners working with young people in care.
Course Objectives
Duration
2.5 hours
Who should attend?
Foster carers and all practitioners working with young people in care.
Course Objectives
- For participants to understand the context of 'Staying Put'
- To fully understand the processes and procedures involved for both foster carers and young people
- To understand the potential changes in relationships that Staying Put can have between carers, young people and the organisations supporting them. Education on both the legal aspects of this but also the emotional impact this can have on either party
- Information on the vital roles that the carer and other professionals have in preparing and supporting a young person into adulthood
Duration
2.5 hours
For more information on any of the training offered by the Rees Foundation, please get in touch with us by calling 0330 094 5645 or by emailing contactus@reesfoundation.org
