Information for young people leaving care

This guide is for young people who are preparing to leave out-of-home care. Learn what support is available and how to prepare as you transition to adulthood.

Your Next Step aims to guide young people as they transition from out-of-home care to adulthood.

This guide includes information on:

  • available financial assistance
  • finding accommodation
  • choosing what you want to study
  • finding a job and making money
  • staying healthy
  • where to go if you need help.

This guide is also a useful resource for caseworkers and other people supporting care leavers.

Download the guide to learn more.

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Download Your Next Step – information for young people leaving care PDF 5.48MB Current as of Tuesday, 23 August 2022.

If you have any accessibility feedback or concerns related to this resource, please contact us.

Type: Guide
Author: Department of Communities and Justice
Publication Date: 23 August 2022

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