Leaving care: young people with disability

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26 July 2010The transition from adolescence to adulthood takes several years and may involve a number of setbacks for any young person. For some young people, leaving statutory out of home care once they turn 18 can mean a sudden move from childhood to independence and adulthood, with little community support. The Wood Inquiry into Child Protection (2008) found that young people leaving care are one of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable groups in society, but do not always receive the support they need to settle their lives and find accommodation and employment. Problems may be compounded for young people with disability; however little is known about the experiences of this group while they are in, and when they leave, care.

Publication typeArticle
Publisher TypeAcademic research centre, APO Member
CoverageAustralia
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/22151
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