There are currently over 80,000 children in care in England and every year over 10,000 of them leave the system - and are expected to live more or less independently.
Living on your own can be difficult without the support of friends and family nearby, which is the reality for many of these young people. From our rural areas to large cities, it can be even harder to get around if you are struggling to make ends meet.
Children growing up in care are three times less likely to be in education, employment, or training than other young people their age. And they are also prone to feeling cut off and isolated, with around a fifth (19 per cent) saying they feel lonely always or often.
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