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  3. Leaving Care in Rotherham: Your Guide and Support

Leaving Care in Rotherham: Your Guide and Support

Our Local Offer for care leavers sets out how we can support you to achieve your full potential.

Moving into independence and adulthood is never easy, but our team is here to support you when things are difficult and celebrate your successes too.

What do you want to do today

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Find out who qualifies as a care leaver and what support is available based on your care history and age.

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Find out what your Personal Advisor (PA) does and how they can support and help you.

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Our Care Leavers hub, The Journey, hosts a range of events and drop-in sessions throughout the week.

How we can help

We want you to continue to feel safe and supported and know where or who to go to for advice and help when you need it.

We want you to have the stability and support you need to be successful, resilient and safe.

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