Stories about projects, services and resources that are helpful to families who are facing or going through transitions.
New Transition Service Launched in the Scottish Borders
A new transition to adulthood service for 16 to 25 year olds, co-created by young people, has been launched in the Scottish Borders region . The service centers on essential skills for employability, self-employment, enhanced volunteering and also provides accreditation opportunities. It offers support using a person centred approach, including peer-to-peer befriending, which is tailored to meet the needs of ASN/Neurodivergent individuals.
The service starts in August 2024 at The Focus Centre in Galashiels.
For more information please email gemmarobertson@bordersadditional needs.org.
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Child Trust Funds
Child Trust Funds (CTF) came of age in 2020 when the first generation of child trust fund account holders, born in 2002, reached the age of 18 and were able to start managing their money. Children born between September 2002 and January 2011 received £500 in government vouchers as an incentive to join the scheme. However there has been limited consideration across the UK regarding what would happen if children lacked the mental capacity to manage their finances and access their accounts upon turning 18. In Scotland, if someone is incapable of managing their finances, you can apply to the Office of Public Guardian to access specified funds on their behalf through the Access to Funds Scheme (ATF). A person or organisation authorised under this scheme is referred to as a withdrawer.
The fee for ATF applications related to the closure of a CTF account will be waived. Applications can be made to the Office of Public Guardian provided that the account holder is habitually resident in Scotland. Before making an application, applicants should contact a member of the ATF team on 01324 677140 or via email at OPGATF@scotcourts.gov.uk to discuss their individual circumstances. Further information on the Access to Funds Scheme can be found on the Office of the Public Guardian Scotland website.
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Corseford College, Scotland’s first college for young people with complex needs
Corseford College, Scotland’s first college for young people with complex and additional support needs opened in September 2022. It is the first of its kind in Scotland offering young people the opportunity to continue their educational journey after they leave school.
To view the prospectus visit https://www.capability.scot/…/462-corseford-college…
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Principles of Good Transition 3
The Principles of Good Transitions 3 is produced by the Scottish Transitions Forum and identifies seven key principles for a positive transition. These are endorsed by the Scottish Government, local authorities, health boards and all the major disability support organisations in Scotland.
