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You are not alone

You are not alone 

We're here for you. WhatsApp, call or email us to get help, support, advice, guidance – or just to get in touch with someone to listen to you.

#EndTheCareCliff 

Join our campaign to permanently #EndTheCareCliff and the expectation of ‘independence’ asked of young people as they approach 18.

#GoneTooFar 

Read our #StillTooFar report showing there are almost 18,000 children in care in England living more than 20 miles from home.

Understanding care in your area 

Discover regional statistics about the care system. Read more, download the graphics and share our asks.

Get training 

Explore our practical and affordable training for organisations and individuals that work with children in care and young care leavers.

Cost of living 

Worried about rising bills and expenses? We are here for you. Find out how to access the support you may need.

Talk to us and we will listen 

We are more than an advice line. There are lots of different ways we can help you, from ongoing coaching, helping you in stressful situations, to providing a friendly space to meet other care-experienced young people. It’s up to you.

Call our Care Advice Line on 0800 023 2033

Where are you?

Wherever you are in your care journey, we are here to support you.

Become the movement 

Your voice is key to making real change happen. Find out how you can help change the system.

This website was co-created with brilliant care-experienced young people

Community 

This is your space to get connected with other young people in care and care leavers. If you want to contribute to our community, please get in touch.

Who we are 

Become is the national charity for children in care and care leavers. Find out more about who we are and what we do.

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