It is said that more than 2,300 children staying with foster families have taken up the “staying put” scheme. This allows them to choose whether they would like to remain in care until the age of 21, or choose to live independently.
Ten times more children are now staying with their foster family even after the age of 18.
Children and families minister, Edward Timpson said, “Supporting young people to remain with their family until they're ready to leave will give them the same opportunities as their friends.”
