It is important that young people are adequately informed and prepared for the transition from care and have access to aftercare support. Young people undertaking the transition from care do so from a range of backgrounds and circumstances and with varying levels of support available to them from family and friends. In addition, care leavers face an accelerated transition to independence which contrasts with the experience of many young people who are likely to remain living at home, receiving continued practical, emotional and financial support into early adulthood.
The Department’s responsibilities under the Act differ according to the status of the individual young person leaving care. The differing responsibilities are included in the attached pdf.
