8. Participation in society
We will do everything we can to help you reach your potential and to help you be an active member of society.
Specialist Talents and Hobbies
If you have a special talent in music, sport, the arts, etc and need extra money to pursue it, we can consider providing you with extra support.
Volunteering
Share details of voluntary work or opportunities to gain work experience.
Mentors
Work to access a trained mentor, as you make the transition into adulthood.
Signposting
Provide information about attending groups, clubs, or activities you may wish to get involved in.
Events
Hold regular events for Care Leavers.
Exercise
Access to reduced-cost gyms and leisure centres.
Vote
Help you register to vote.
Your Life Story
Assistance to access records and support to cover fees to access them.
Celebrate
Mark your achievements at Oldham Children’s Services award events and the Greater Manchester Care Leaver Awards.
Keeping In Touch
We want you to be able to maintain relationships that are important.
If you have significant relationships with family and friends in the UK, we may provide a travel warrant for you to visit your loved ones.
We could provide a monthly international calling card up to the value of £10 for young people not from the UK who have family and friends in other countries.
Voice and Influence
We want to listen to you and take into account your views, about how we support you. We have opportunities for you to get involved with the service and have your say.
Be part of interview panels when we recruit new staff.
Be part of our online community and join the After Care Team's closed Facebook group.
There’s an App!
The Bee Connected app provides help and support for Care Leavers.
It has been created to provide you with useful links and services across Oldham and Greater Manchester.
Search for “Biconnected” in the App Store and Google Play Store.