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Transitioning from (and with) care: The next steps

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 February 2016

Zoe London and
Nick Halfpenny
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Abstract

This article builds on research work undertaken by MacKillop Family Services on the experience of care leavers to explore the importance of the relational aspects of human service work. Recent legislative changes have focused on the availability of services and supports to young people transitioning from care. The authors suggest that it is time to refocus attention on the relationships between young people leaving care and human service workers. Such a discussion opens up models of practice that encourage flexible and participatory approaches.

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