Being in Care

If there’s a reason you can’t live with your own family, you may be taken into care. This means other adults will care for you and give you a safe home.

You might be in care for a short time, giving your family a chance to get themselves sorted so you can return, or it could be longer-term.

If you want to talk to someone about being in care, you could try speaking to a trusted adult or contacting us on the Meic helpline. 

You could also try some of these services for information or support:

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