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Young people in care

Being in care can be a big change. There are often lots of new people involved in your life and lots of new things to think about.

Everyone in care has a different story, and support for each child or young person will be different. We think the most important thing is that any child or young person in care is safe, happy and healthy.

You might have lots of questions about what being in care means for you. The information here may help to answer some of your questions.

The definition of being in care

Legally you are in care if you either have a Care Order in place, or if you are accommodated under section 20 of the Children Act 1989.

Your rights and entitlements

Rights are there to make sure everyone is treated fairly and well, entitlements are things that you can access because of your rights.

Where you live

Useful information about what to expect in the place where you live.

Key people who can support you

Different key people will support you or give you extra assistance.

Family and friends

All young people have the right to spend time with their family and friends, unless it is not safe to do so, and professionals know how important this can be.

Health and wellbeing

It's really important that you're healthy and happy, and this includes your physical and mental health.

Care Plan and review meetings

Every young person in care has a Care Plan, which should say what your needs are and how your foster carer, key worker or any other workers can support you.

York’s Guarantee to Young People In Care

Our Guarantee to York’s Children and Young People in Care has been created by young people in care and it says how the council should support you when you are in care.

Your education

When you’re in care, your social worker is responsible for making sure you have access to a good education.