Are you a young person approaching the exciting (and sometimes daunting) prospect of leaving care? We get it. Stepping out on your own and building a future can feel like a giant leap. But fear not, because you’ve got this, and Staying Close is here to help be your guide!
This brand new website is all about empowering young people in care as they navigate that path towards semi-independence and beyond. We understand the unique challenges you face – things like budgeting, finding a place to live, managing household chores, and figuring out all those adulting essentials.
That’s where Staying Close comes in. We hope to be your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about leaving care. Here’s what you can expect:
- Engaging Videos: Forget dry textbooks! We’re building a library of informative and entertaining videos made by care leavers covering everything from cooking on a budget to writing a CV Learning has never been so much fun (and useful)!
- Interactive Online Training: Take control of your future with our interactive online training modules. These bite-sized lessons will equip you with essential skills like managing your finances, finding a job, and building healthy relationships.
- Comprehensive Knowledgebase: Need to know something specific? Our knowledgebase will aim to be your go-to resource for in-depth information on everything from getting your benefits to tenancy rights to emotional well-being.
Stay tuned for our next post where we’ll dive deeper into the resources available on Staying Close. In the meantime, if there’s a specific topic you’d like us to cover, leave a comment below!