Care groups work with the Care Team and services in Surrey. They help make sure young people’s voices are heard and that they help shape the support they get.
Care council juniors (ages 7 to 12)
This group meets once a month. You can have fun, be creative, make friends and share ideas about how to improve services for care experienced children and young people.
Care council (ages 13 to 16)
We have events and activities throughout the year. These include prepping for independence, workshops and days out.
Care leavers forum (ages 16 to 25)
This group also meets monthly. You can socialise, share their views and help make services better. It’s a great way to make friends and get support.
You can also help improve services and take part in paid opportunities during the year. Get your voice heard!
Who can join?
Care group sessions are for care-experienced young people aged 7 to 25 who want to help improve services.
Why join?
- Share your ideas and help shape services for young people in Surrey!
- Make sure we focus on what young people need.
- Use Actions Cards to share your views with the Corporate Parenting Board.
You'll also:
- Build life skills - like cooking or being create
- Make friends with people who have similar experiences and interests
- Try new things - from rollercoasters to pottery.
- Boost your confidence – in speaking, making friends or seeing the difference you make.
What to expect
We meet once a month in youth spaces across Surrey.
Each group has 6 to 12 members and Care Team staff.
We play games, do creative activities, chat and eat together.
You help decide what we talk about.
It’s a friendly space where your voice matters
How to get involved
We run monthly sessions and events throughout the year. Sign up and we’ll send you more info.
Coming up
Care Council Juniors (age 7 to 12yrs)
Monthly Sessions to have some fun, be creative and share your ideas. We will run a mix of active and chillout sessions.
Care Council (age 13 to 16yrs)
Monthly opportunities to join workshops and social activities. These activities can also include joining in with Care Council Juniors or Care leavers depending on the activity.
Care Leavers Forum (age 16 to 25yrs)
Monthly Sessions as well as opportunities to collaborate on projects, present your ideas and get involved in improving services.
For more information please contact care.council@surreycc.gov.uk
Sign up
Want to join a group or event?
Fill in our Surrey Youth Voice interest form
Email us at user.voice@surreycc.gov.uk