Video: Cameron's Story Care Review
Cameron is 17. He was taken away from his family when he was 4. He first lived with foster carers but they could not look after him long term, so then he went to another foster carer nearby. He still gets to see his original foster carers. They feel a bit like a granny and grandad now. When he moved between foster carers he found it hard to focus when so much was changing. He couldn’t concentrate and got angry in class. His guidance teacher at High School looked out for him and spoke to all his teachers about what he needed. He made a point of getting to know Cameron’s foster carers and would often pop round after school for a cup of tea. Cameron enjoys those chats. Cameron got an advocate who helped him understand his rights and was matched with a mentor who helped him think about his future. It looks like Cameron is going to do well at school. He hopes to get a job as an electrician. His friend’s Dad is going to try and arrange an apprenticeship in his firm.