You will have your own Social Worker who will oversee your care and welfare. They will visit you to make sure you are happy and safe. It is important to tell them what you want and what you would like to happen.

Whilst living in your new home there will be meetings called ‘reviews’. These are all about you! You should try and attend your reviews as it is a chance for you to say how you feel and what you would like to happen.

An Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) will be at the meeting to make sure it is all about you and your needs are being met. It is important that they know your wishes and how you’re feeling.

You should know who your IRO is and there is space for you at the end of this guide to write in their contact details. If you are unsure you can ask your Social Worker. Remember, to be honest, that way everyone will know what you want to happen. If you need help an advocate could support you.

You can speak to your Social Worker or foster carer’s Social Worker if you would like an advocate.