Project Description

The aim of Lifelong Links is to build positive lifelong support networks for children in the care system. The DfE funded trial is aimed at under 16 year old children and young people who have been in care for less than 3 years and for whom there is no plan for them to live within their family or be adopted.

Family Rights Group is working collaboratively with local authorities and other key stakeholders to develop and implement a three year trial of Lifelong Links.

The model includes tools and techniques for professionals to use to search for and find family members (known or unknown to the child) and other adults (such as former foster carers or teachers) who care about the child. This network is then brought together in a family group conference to make a life-long support plan with, and for, the young person.

The model includes tools and techniques for professionals to use to search for and find family members (known or unknown to the child) and other adults (such as former foster carers or teachers) who care about the child. This network is then brought together in a family group conference to make a life-long support plan with, and for, the young person.

Evaluation

DfE funded independent evaluation will be published in 2020.