Young people at risk of homelessness, joblessness after leaving care

YOUNG people who “age out” of the care system are in danger of becoming homeless, unemployed or simply being lonely as they feel they have no one to engage with.

Research by Empowering People in Care — (EPIC) — formally the Irish Association of Young People in Care — tracked 65 17-18-year-olds who were preparing to, or had recently left, care.

It also investigated the aftercare supports they received and how they fared.