care leaver

care leaver n. a person who has been a ward of the state but no longer qualifies for or receives any government assisstance. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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  • The Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 definition states that a care Leaver is someone who has been in the Care of the Local Authority for a period of 13weeks or more spanning their 16th birthday. This then entitles them to Aftercare services until 21yrs or 24 if in full time higher education.

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