Care groups work with the Care Team and services in ßÙßÇÂþ». They help make sure young people’s voices are heard and that they help shape the support they get.
Care council juniors (ages 7 to 12)
This group meets once a month. You can have fun, be creative, make friends and share ideas about how to improve services for care experienced children and young people.
Care council (ages 13 to 16)
We have events and activities throughout the year. These include prepping for independence, workshops and days out.
Care leavers forum (ages 16 to 25)
This group also meets monthly. You can socialise, share their views and help make services better. It’s a great way to make friends and get support.
You can also help improve services and take part in paid opportunities during the year. Get your voice heard!
Who can join?
Care group sessions are for care-experienced young people aged 7 to 25 who want to help improve services.
Why join?
- Share your ideas and help shape services for young people in ßÙßÇÂþ»!
- Make sure we focus on what young people need.
- Use Actions Cards to share your views with the Corporate Parenting Board.
You'll also:
- Build life skills - like cooking or being create
- Make friends with people who have similar experiences and interests
- Try new things - from rollercoasters to pottery.
- Boost your confidence – in speaking, making friends or seeing the difference you make.
What to expect
We meet once a month in youth spaces across ßÙßÇÂþ».
Each group has 6 to 12 members and Care Team staff.
We play games, do creative activities, chat and eat together.
You help decide what we talk about.
It’s a friendly space where your voice matters
How to get involved
We run monthly sessions and events throughout the year. Sign up and we’ll send you more info.
Coming up
Care Leaver Forum (16 to 25yrs)
Next Meetings –
- Thursday 29 January, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Woking
- Thursday 19 February, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Woking
- Thursday 19 March, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Woking
Care Council Juniors and Care Council (aged 7 to 16yrs)
Saturday 28 February, Fun and Active session
Due the activity this session is for children and young people aged 8 to 15yrs
Care Council Juniors (age 7 to 12yrs)
Saturday 14 February, Chillout session. In Woking.
For more information please contact care.council@surreycc.gov.uk
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