You may be eligible for financial support to help you with education, training, and employment. This could include grants, allowances for essentials like housing, food, and transport, and other benefits.

The amount of support you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, including your age, when you entered care, and how long you’ve been in care. This is known as your “leaving care status.”

Understanding your leaving care status can be complex, but your social worker and personal advisor can help you determine your eligibility for support.

Potential financial support includes:

• Benefits: You may qualify for certain benefits.
• Leaving Care Grant: This is a grant provided by the council to help with initial costs.
• Grants from charities and businesses: There may be additional grants available.
• Education Bursaries: Financial assistance for further education.
• Financial Gifts: Support from family, friends, or organizations on special occasions.
• Exemptions or Discounts: Reduced costs for bills or services.
• Travel Cards: Discounted or free public transport.