We’re doing all we can to support young people in the South Hams who are leaving care so they can thrive.
In 2023, we started offering people up to the age of 25 who had left the care system:
- A Council Tax discount.
- Free local leisure passes to support their health and wellbeing.
- Support with their housing needs, by working with our partners.
For many care leavers, the prospect of getting a job, or even applying for one, can be overwhelming without the support in place. Our ‘Care Leavers Employment Policy’ helps remove the barriers care leavers face by offering work placements, a guaranteed interview scheme, the ring-fencing of entry-level apprenticeships, and mentoring to help care leavers adapt to the working environment and secure permanent jobs.
Find out more about the support we offer.
Are you a care leaver who need some help? Get in touch!
