We have three forums for children in care and care leavers to have a voice and give their opinions on how we run their services.
The Junior Children in Care Council is for aged 7 to 11 year olds:
- they meet during school holidays and focus on issues related to their age range
The Children in Care Council is for ages 12 to 16 years:
- they create annual surveys to gather views for other looked after children
- run the Champions project where they link directly with service managers
- organise events for corporate parents to attend with them
The Care Leavers Council is for young people aged 16 plus
- they focus on leaving care issues
- carry out inspections of children’s homes
- do foster carer assessments
- deliver Care4Me training to staff about what it's like being in care
Contact:
Children in Care Council
Telephone: (0191) 643 8215
Email: cicc@northtyneside@gov.uk