Separated Migrant Young People

We’re here to support you

• We will look to support you into education so that you can build on your English skills and begin to think about your longer-term plans in the UK. We will use interpreter services to ensure we can communicate with each other well.
• We will arrange an Initial Health Assessment for you to ensure that all your vaccinations are up to date and see if there is any more support you need for your health. We will also book you initial dental and optical checks.
• We will make a referral to Barnardo’s to support you with your emotional health.
• We will support you to learn more about life in the UK
• We will help you prepare for adulthood and living independently. This will include learning about budgeting, self-care, accessing services and maintaining a home.
• We would like to get to know your talents and interests and promote these. We would also like to get you involved in local events, clubs and activities.
• We understand how important it is to remain in contact with your family, we will encourage this if safe to do so and refer you on to British Red Cross Family Tracing Services.
• If you practice a religion, we will ensure you are supported to obtain relevant items, such as a holy book / prayer mat, ensure you are aware of where the local place of worship is situated, and supported to become confident with the travel route.
• We will also support you to access legal advice so that you can progress your application to remain in the UK.

In More detail

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