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Become

In care. Leaving care. We care. We’re the national charity fighting alongside children and young people for a better care system.

Free Care Advice Service: 0800 023 2033
WhatsApp: 0786 003 4982 Established in 1992, Become is the leading national charity for children and young people in care and young care leavers. Call our freephone Care Advice Line on 0800 023 2033 for help and advice right now*, or visit the Become website to find out how we can help.

*Lines are open Monday - Friday 10:30am - 5pm

05/06/2026

Around 1 in 3 children are separated from their brothers and sisters when they first go into care, often losing contact. These decisions are made based on what works for the system rather than what’s best for the young person.

Matt Blow, our Policy and Public Affairs Manager, spoke to BBC News on how the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act becoming law is a step forward in tackling this issue, but more still needs to be done.

Read the full BBC article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3e2yvy0x3yo

04/06/2026

All children need the same things to thrive: a stable home and strong connections to the people and places that matter to them. But too often, children in care don’t get this.

That’s why we’re pleased to see the Government’s focus on loving relationships. We now need a national strategy to give every child the right home in the right place.

Find out more about our campaign: https://bit.ly/4fn8HBX

01/06/2026

Want to take part in one of the most iconic running events in the world? 🏃‍♀️

Join our team on September 13 for the and help make a difference for care-experienced young people.

Take on a 13.1-mile course packed with incredible entertainment and music, some of the loudest and most supportive crowds, and a finish-line party like no other!

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/43FkW5z

28/05/2026

Last month, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act became law. This was a huge policy win for us, as we worked closely with young people to help influence these changes.

For care-experienced young people, these changes will make a real difference. Watch the video to hear a quick snippet of their reaction. 🙌

Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4uB6h7f

27/05/2026

The care system is in crisis.

We worked with Financial Times on their report looking into how profiteering in the care system is impacting vulnerable young people.

Every child and young person needs support, stability and love. But right now, this isn’t happening for children in care. Together, we're fighting to make change happen

Read the full article (subscribers only): https://www.ft.com/content/cc7f28f5-68d8-4083-bca1-538514871dbe

26/05/2026

Young people shouldn’t leave care before they feel ready, and they should have the support every young person needs to thrive. But that’s not what’s happening right now.

Clair, a Personal Adviser in Northamptonshire, has started her own petition to push for change. Like our campaign, it calls for support for care leavers every step of the way.

Together, we can change the care system for good. Sign Clair's petition: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/761524

21/05/2026

Chereece, a care-experienced young person we work with, shares her experience of being moved into illegal, unregistered children’s homes on BBC Radio Today.

Her story is yet another reminder: the care system is failing - and it's children and young people paying the price.

We’re calling for urgent reform.

Read the full BBC article: https://bbc.in/4dEEHPi

20/05/2026

Right now, we have young people calling our Care Advice Service who are in severe crisis. Many are facing housing insecurity or homelessness.

We're here to listen and support them, but we need your help to continue being there for every care-experienced young person.

A monthly gift is one of the most powerful ways you can help us be there whenever young people need us, not just in moments of crisis.

Become someone they can rely on today: https://bit.ly/43lFTlS

19/05/2026

We’re currently having some issues with our website and email, but we’re working hard to get things back up and running as soon as possible.

If you’re supporting a young person who needs advice or support, our Care Advice Service is still here to help:

Call: 0800 023 2033
WhatsApp: 0786 003 4982

Thanks for your patience.

15/05/2026

This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme, Action, reminds us that support shouldn’t stop when it’s needed most.

Too many young people are expected to leave care before they feel ready, facing a 'care cliff' when they turn 18. This can affect their mental health and leave them at risk of homelessness. Zara was able to stay with her foster carers, showing the difference stability and the right support can make.

And it's why we’ve been calling on the Government to since 2020.
We need action. We need change.

Find out more about our campaign: https://bit.ly/4uPXDlc

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Become Charity, 88 Old Street
London
EC1V9HU

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Monday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+442072513117

Website

http://www.becomecharity.org.uk/

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