ABSTRACT

Based on research from the Thomas Coram Research Unit, the contributors to this text look at the views and experiences of young people and provide an encouraging outlook of what those in care have the potential to achieve. Those factors that help to result in more successful outcomes are identified, and policy recommendations are made, for enabling young people in and leaving care to triumph when the odds are stacked against them.

In Care and After adds a new dimension to the current literature on local authority care of young people and children. Those working within the fields of social care, health and education as well as students on social work courses will find this essential reading and a welcome addition.

chapter |8 pages

Introduction

Towards a positive perspective

chapter |17 pages

Looking after children away from home

Past and present

chapter |18 pages

Outcomes for children in care

What do we know?

chapter |19 pages

By degrees

Care leavers in higher education

chapter |14 pages

Looking back

Experiences of private fostering

chapter |22 pages

Residential care

Lessons from Europe

chapter |15 pages

Advocacy

Giving young people a voice