Programs and funding for care leavers

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Services and support for young people who are leaving or have left care. Remember, your caseworker can still help link you in with programs and arrange support services up until you are 25.

Access personal records and information on your birth family

Accessing personal records such as birth certificate and request information on your birth family.

Financial support to help you become more independent

Find out about the Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA).

Fee-free training scholarships

Applying for the Smart and Skilled fee-free scholarship for more than 580 qualifications.

Help paying off a fine

Assistance available for young people who need to pay off a fine.

Support for young people with disability

Information about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Connecting with Youth Engagement Organisations

Organisations and programs, connecting young people who are, or were, in out-of-home care.

Financial support for post care education

Financial support is available to help carers support young people to complete their NSW HSC.

Free Safer Drivers Course

Young people in out-of-home care and care leavers can access the Safer Drivers Course for free.

Last updated:

18 Jun 2024