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What does ‘care leaver’ and ‘care experienced’ mean?/ Beth mae 'person sy'n gadael gofal' a 'phrofiad gofal' yn ei olygu?

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What does ‘care leaver’ and ‘care experienced’ mean?/ Beth mae 'person sy'n gadael gofal' a 'phrofiad gofal' yn ei olygu?

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Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare

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💡 What does ‘care leaver’ and ‘care experienced’ mean? | Raising Expectations #shorts

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A Young Persons Guide/ Canllaw I bobl Ifanc

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A Young Persons Guide/ Canllaw I bobl Ifanc

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What we'll cover

Budgeting styles and their impact

Strategies to add structure to your budget

How online bank accounts can help you stay on track

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly manage their finances while others struggle to make ends meet? The answer often lies in how they budget.

Understanding your approach to budgeting can be the key to achieving your financial goals and a peace of mind.

Ready to uncover your budgeting style? Take our quiz and discover your own unique approach.

Stash your cash

Envelope budgeting is a hands-on method for managing your finances. It involves dividing your monthly income into different envelopes, each representing a specific spending category like groceries, utilities or entertainment. You then allocate a predetermined amount of cash into each envelope at the beginning of the month, helping to curb overspending.

You can also explore digital alternatives to traditional envelope budgeting with a simple tool like Ally Bank's spending buckets, which is a lot like envelope budgeting. You can still allot your funds into different categories without the need for multiple accounts (or physical envelopes of cash). Create up to 30 different buckets within one Ally Bank Spending Account.

Simple vs. detailed approach

The 50/30/20 and line item budgeting methods are two distinct ways of managing your finances, each offering unique advantages and flexibility.

The 50/30/20 method, often hailed as an easy-to-follow system, divides your income into three broad categories: needs, wants and savings/debt. This approach allocates 50% of your income to covering necessities like rent or mortgage, utilities, groceries and transportation. The next 30% is reserved for personal spending, allowing you the freedom to indulge in non-essential items like entertainment and hobbies. The remaining 20% is dedicated to savings and debt repayment. This method provides a simple framework for maintaining a balanced financial life while emphasizing the importance of saving. Ally Bank Saving's Account also has a saving's bucket feature to help you organize and separate your saving's goals.
Read more: Use buckets to organize your savings in an Ally Bank Savings Account
If the 50/30/20 method isn't detailed enough for you, a line item budget may be the way to go. This system allows you to create a comprehensive list of all your income sources and expenses, breaking them down into individual line items. Each expense is accounted for separately and offers a clear picture of where your money is going.

Achieving financial balance

Zero-sum budgeting is a purpose-driven financial approach that ensures every dollar of your income has a designated purpose. This method allows you to distribute your earnings to various categories or expenses, leaving no surplus funds unassigned. The primary objective is to make sure that your total income minus your total expenses equals zero, creating a balanced budget.

To implement zero-sum budgeting , establish spending limits for each category to help you control your expenditures and avoid overspending. If you find yourself with leftover money at the end of the month, make sure to allocate it intentionally. Consider options like adding to your emergency fund, your vacation fund, paying toward your debt or rolling it over into the following month's budget for future expenses.

There's no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to your budgeting style. They're tailored to your individual financial objectives and personal preferences. Your goals and inclinations will play a significant role in shaping your budgeting style, ensuring it aligns perfectly with your path to financial success.

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What's Your Budgeting Style? Take the Quiz | Ally

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There are multiple budgeting methods, but which one fits your style and goals? Take our budgeting style quiz to steer you towards the right budgeting path.

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Getting Ready Project - Flintshire/ Prosiect Paratoi - Sir Y Fflint 

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Getting Ready Project - Flintshire/ Prosiect Paratoi - Sir Y Fflint 

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When you are looking to understand or control your finances better, this budget planning tool is the place to start.

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Key Money Terms Everyone Needs to Know: Easy Peasy Finance for beginners

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Banking -  A Young Persons Guide/ Bancio - Canllaw I bobl Ifanc

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Banking -  A Young Persons Guide/ Bancio - Canllaw I bobl Ifanc

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By Adam Shalvey

How confident are you with banking terminology? Understanding the language that your bank uses can help you make smarter decisions with your money.

This quiz will help you test what you already know. Once you finish, learn more at " Banking Terms Everyone Should Know."

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How confident are you with banking terminology? Understanding the language that your bank uses can help you make smarter decisions with your money and budgeting.

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Money I need some/ Arian - Mae Angen Peth Arna I 

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Money I need some/ Arian - Mae Angen Peth Arna I 

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Discretionary Assistance Fund/ Cronfa Cymorth Dewisol 

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Discretionary Assistance Fund/ Cronfa Cymorth Dewisol 

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The Discretionary Assistance Fund provides 2 types of grant that you don’t need to pay back.

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Money- putting some aside/ Arian - Rhoi rhywfaint o arian heibio

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Money- putting some aside/ Arian - Rhoi rhywfaint o arian heibio

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Money Saving tips/ Awgrymiadau Arbed Arian

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Money Saving tips/ Awgrymiadau Arbed Arian

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Join over 8 million people with a Monzo account. See, save, and spend your money with Monzo.

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Choosing a Savings Account/ Dewis Cyfrif Cynilo

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Choosing a Savings Account/ Dewis Cyfrif Cynilo

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Chip is a savings app you connect to your current account via 'Open Banking'. It then uses an algorithm to work out how much you can afford to save, and automatically puts that aside for you - great for those without the self-discipline needed.

Autosave with Chip and get 0.7% interest. Normally autosave apps pay little interest. But Chip* has partnered with Allica Bank to offer a 0.7% AER variable interest easy-access account - which beats the top normal savings account - though Chip charges a £1.50 fee every four weeks, which would outweigh the interest gain for most.

Yet if you're new to Chip we've a code to get £20 cashback, which covers the fee for over a year. Sign up to Chip's app* and select the 'ChipAI' plan, and it'll set up a Chip Savings Account. Once you've registered, enter code CHIPMSE07 in 'Earn and track rewards' on the app's 'Profile' tab. Save at least £1 with Chip by 11.59pm on Tuesday 12 October and the £20 is paid on Saturday 13 November - just keep £1+ there until it's paid. You can then withdraw it to your linked current account to cover the fees, which are charged to your debit card. The cashback is only for new Chip customers.

How to get the 0.7% interest: The standard Chip Savings Account doesn't pay interest, so head to the 'Accounts' tab and open the Allica Bank account (min deposit £1, max £30,000; interest paid daily). Make sure you go into your 'Autosave settings' to ensure that's where your autosaves are going. If you reach the max £30,000, autosaves will automatically stop.

Want the 0.7% interest without autosaving? Follow the same process as above to register with Chip and set up the Allica account. Then pause autosaving by going to your profile in the app, then 'Autosave settings' then 'Skip autosaves' and choose a date - it allows this for up to three months at a time so you'll need to remember to keep doing it. Note that the maximum you can deposit in a single transaction is £5,000 - if you want to save the full £30,000 you'll need to do it in six lots of £5,000.

Which current account providers does it work with? Chip connects to most (but not all) major current account providers. It will work with Bank of Scotland, Barclays, Danske, First Direct, Halifax, HSBC, Lloyds, Monzo, Nationwide, NatWest, RBS, Revolut, Santander, Starling, TSB and Ulster Bank.

Are my savings safe? The money you put in is held by Allica Bank, which has the usual £85,000 per person protection under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. If you have any money in the Chip Savings Account, that's covered by ClearBank's protection.

How long do I have to keep the account? You can withdraw your money whenever you want - but you'll need to keep £1+ there until at least Saturday 13 November if you want the cashback. If after that point you want to save elsewhere, you're free to do so.

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Chip is a savings app you connect to your current account via 'Open Banking'. It then uses an algorithm to work out how much you can afford to save, and automatically puts that aside for you - great for those without the self-discipline needed. Autosave with Chip and get 0.7% interest.

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Top Tips to Save Money in the House/ Syniadau Da i Arbed Arian yn y Tŷ:

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Top Tips to Save Money in the House/ Syniadau Da i Arbed Arian yn y Tŷ:

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Other savings ideas:

Have a ''no spend day''

Meal Prep

Shop Mid-week (in the evenings) - Stores try to get rid of food before sell-buy date so you can freeze them.

Turn everything off before leaving the house (WIFI, lights, kettle etc)

Syniadau cynilo eraill:

Cael ''diwrnod dim gwario''

Paratoi Prydau

Siop Canol yr wythnos (gyda'r nos) - Mae siopau'n ceisio cael gwared ar fwyd cyn ei werthu-brynu dyddiad fel y gallwch eu rhewi.

Trowch bopeth i ffwrdd cyn gadael y tŷ (WIFI, goleuadau, tegell ac ati)

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What is a Junior ISA? / Beth yw ISA Iau?

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What is a Junior ISA? / Beth yw ISA Iau?

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Children who have been in local authority care for 12 months or more and who are not eligible for a Child Trust Fund are entitled to a £200 payment from the government into a Junior ISA.

Mae gan blant sydd wedi bod yng ngofal awdurdod lleol am 12 mis neu fwy ac nad ydynt yn gymwys i gael Cronfa Ymddiriedolaeth Plant hawl i daliad o £200 gan y llywodraeth i mewn i ISA Iau.

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What is a Child Trust Fund?/ Beth yw Cronfa Ymddiriedolaeth Plant?

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What is a Child Trust Fund?/ Beth yw Cronfa Ymddiriedolaeth Plant?

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A Child Trust Fund is a long-term tax-free savings account for children born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011.

Mae Cronfa Ymddiriedolaeth Plant yn gyfrif cynilo di-dreth hirdymor ar gyfer plant a anwyd rhwng 1 Medi 2002 a 2 Ionawr 2011.

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Accessing Your Account/ Mynediad i'ch Cyfrif: 

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Accessing Your Account/ Mynediad i'ch Cyfrif: 

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Eligibility: If a young person has been in care for at least 12 months then you will be submitted to The Share Foundation by the local authority who can start your savings account:

Access: When a young person turns 16, the Share Foundation will send a letter to your 'main contact' at the local authority which explains how they can start the process of gaining access to a Junior ISA or Child Trust Fund account.

If you have not received a letter or any information on your child trust fund account - please use this link https://findctf.sharefound.org -

Complete the online form and The Share Foundation will support you in gaining access to your account.

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Benefits and Entitlements/ Budd-daliaday a hawl i fudd-daliadau

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Benefits and Entitlements/ Budd-daliaday a hawl i fudd-daliadau

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You can claim for universal credit online however to receive your money you must:

Accept the Commitments on your Journal

Meet with your Work Coach virtually or in-person as and when is required

Keep evidence of job search and applications

Take part in courses provided by your local job centre

If the above is not completed then sanctions can happen which means your payments will be stopped.

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Use this service to:

create a Universal Credit account

make a claim

join your partner's claim

You must have an email address. You will also need access to your mobile phone (if you have one).

If you have made a Universal Credit claim before

Sign in to return to an existing claim, report a change or make a new claim.

If you have forgotten your sign in details you can reset them or ask for a reminder.

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Use this service to: create a Universal Credit account make a claim join your partner's claim You must have an email address. You will also need access to your mobile phone (if you have one). Sign in to return to an existing claim, report a change or make a new claim.

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Turn 2 Us Benefits Calculator / Cyfrifiannell budd-daliadau

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Turn 2 Us Benefits Calculator / Cyfrifiannell budd-daliadau

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Use the Turn2us Benefits Calculator to find out which welfare benefits you may be entitled to.

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Check to see if you are entitled to Home Water Discounts.

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How does it work?

The HelpU tariff helps the lowest income households in our region. If you qualify, we will cap your water bill so you won't pay over a certain amount for the year.
The annual HelpU charge is £291.30 (£124.01 for water, £167.29 for sewerage). The tariff is open from 1st August 2020.
Are you eligible?

To qualify for the tariff:

the water supply to the household must be for domestic use only

someone in the household must receive at least one means-tested benefit

the combined annual household income must be on or under the threshold for the household size as shown in the table below.

It's important to let us know the total number of occupants (including children) in your household and to include all the income your household receives from occupiers who live at your property who are aged 16 years and over.
Here's a list of types of the means-tested benefits which someone in the household must be receiving at least one of:

Universal Credit

Income related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)

Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)

Income Support

Pension Credit

Child Tax Credit (except families in receipt of the family element only)

Working Tax Credit

Housing Benefit

Council Tax Reduction (based on income, not just a Single Persons Discount)

Special Note: We exclude some types of income from the combined annual household income calculation:

Housing Benefit or Housing Element of Universal Credit

Council Tax Reduction / Support

Support Group, Work Related Activity Group & Disability/Carer Premiums on ESA

Disability Premiums on Child / Working Tax Credits

Disability / Carer Premiums on Pension Credit, JSA & Income Support

Disabled Child & Limited Capability For Working Elements of Universal Credit

Attendance Allowance

Disability Living Allowance

Personal Independent Payment

Carers Allowance or Carers Element of Universal Credit

You would also need to reapply for the tariff before the end of every 12-month period (you may reapply up to a month before expiry).

For more information please refer to our Terms and Conditions.

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The HelpU tariff helps low-income households on a means tested benefit by putting a cap on the amount you pay for your water.

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Social tariffs: Cheaper broadband and phone packages/ Tariffau cymdeithasol: Pecynnau band eang a ffôn rhatach

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Social tariffs: Cheaper broadband and phone packages/ Tariffau cymdeithasol: Pecynnau band eang a ffôn rhatach

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Discounts on Broadband

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Social tariffs: Cheaper broadband and phone packages

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Social tariffs can provide a safety net for customers who might be struggling to afford their broadband or phone services.

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Your options Post 16 Education/ Eich opsiynau addysg ôl-16

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Your options Post 16 Education/ Eich opsiynau addysg ôl-16

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Click here for information on EMA, Welsh Learning Grant and other benefits you can access in Education:

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Your Student Finance Journey / Eich siwrnai o ran cyllid myfyrwyr

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Your Student Finance Journey / Eich siwrnai o ran cyllid myfyrwyr

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Information on how and when you can apply and what you can apply for!

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Undergraduate finance for full-time Welsh students | Student Finance Wales

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Full-time undergraduate, tuition fee and living cost students

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Evidence you'll need / Tystiolaeth y bydd arnoch ei hangen

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Evidence you'll need / Tystiolaeth y bydd arnoch ei hangen

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Development Awards at The Kings Trust/ Gwobrau Datblygu yn The Kings Trust

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Development Awards at The Kings Trust/ Gwobrau Datblygu yn The Kings Trust

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Development Awards can cover the cost of course fees, tools or equipment to help you achieve your goals. (Eligibility 16-30 years old)

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Get funding to train and learn | Development Awards

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Our grants for 16- to 30-year-olds remove the financial barriers preventing you from taking your next steps into work, education or training.

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Going to University - A Young Persons Guide/ Mynd I Brifysgol - Canllaw i bobl ifanc.

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Going to University - A Young Persons Guide/ Mynd I Brifysgol - Canllaw i bobl ifanc.

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Widening Access Programme at Wrexham University / Ehangu Mynediad - Prifysgol Wrecsam

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Widening Access Programme at Wrexham University / Ehangu Mynediad - Prifysgol Wrecsam

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Widening access is a programme to support care leavers into university by providing support with applications, finance and in-term wellbeing. For more information please contact the Point of Contact:

amber.percy@glyndwr.ac.uk or call on 01978 293342

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Here at Wrexham Glyndŵr University, we’re open to all.

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Student Support at Wrexham University/ Cefnogi Myfyrwyr

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Student Support at Wrexham University/ Cefnogi Myfyrwyr

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Student and Campus Life - Wrexham University

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ASK is the first point of call for any Student and Campus Life queries that you may have. If we’re not able to answer your question, then we’ll find someone who can! We are here to support you to get the most out of University life and to provide guidance on a diverse range of services. If you have any queries, questions or uncertainties during your time at University, please complete this quick form and we’ll do our best to provide advice, guidance, or information on how to find further support.

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Support for Care Experienced Students at Bangor University/ Myfyrwyr â Phrofiad Gofal Prifysgol Banghor

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Support for Care Experienced Students at Bangor University/ Myfyrwyr â Phrofiad Gofal Prifysgol Banghor

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Bangor University supports care experienced young people by providing them with an additional £1,000 on top of any other benefits you may recieve.

For more information: Contact Huw or Wendy on 01248 383707 or 3637 or e-mail: studentsupport@bangor.ac.uk.

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At Bangor University, we place a high priority on caring for and supporting our students. We offer a comprehensive student welfare service, as a student entering Higher Education from care or as someone advising a Care Experienced student, you can be assured that Bangor will provide you with the necessary support and information. This support is available while you're still deciding what or where to study, continues through the university application process, and is on-going once you've started your course.

There is a named contact person for Care Experienced students within the University's Student Services, and that is the person you should turn to for help and advice at any stage of your journey into and through Higher Education.

Support for students leaving the care system

At Bangor University, we can provide the following:

Pre-entry guidance from our Skills and Employability Service, assistance with filling in your Student Finance application form and help and support during the university application and admissions process.

Peer guide support for all students to help you settle in during Welcome Week and the first few weeks of term.

Targeted financial support for Care Experienced students through the University's bursary and Hardship Funds. This means Bangor will provide you with a Care Experienced Bursary of £1,000 a year, on top of any other University or state-funded bursaries which you may be eligible for.

An integrated Student Services, offering easy access to money support, housing, disability, mental health and student counselling services.

Regular meetings between the named contact and students to identify support requirements, with liaison between University departments and external agencies where appropriate (and with the student's express permission).

Guaranteed accommodation for all single first year undergraduate students and help planning and arranging your accommodation for both term and vacation time.

Complete confidentiality for Care Experienced students in respect of service provision and specific arrangements.

As a Care Experienced student, or as someone advising a student, your first point of contact is: Huw Jones or Wendy Williams. They can give you more details on all aspects of the University's support provision - both prior to admission and whilst studying here.

Contact Huw or Wendy on 01248 383707 or 3637 or e-mail: studentsupport@bangor.ac.uk.

We welcome your feedback

We would welcome your feedback about the service received, to enable us to develop and provide the best possible service now and in the future.

Please contact one of the following with your comments:

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Support for Care Experience | Student Services & Administration: Money Support | Bangor University

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At Bangor University, we place a high priority on caring for and supporting our students. We offer a comprehensive student welfare service, as a student entering Higher Education from care or as someone advising a Care Experienced student, you can be assured that Bangor will provide you with the necessary support and information. This support is available while you’re still deciding what or where to study, continues through the university application process, and is on-going once you’ve started your course.

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A Member of CLASS Cymru

Provides Young people with Aber Care Bursary which is £1,250 Per Year plus £500 for Graduation

Accommodation available throughout the summer

Second Year private renting Guarantor scheme

A signpost mentor who will support you through the first year

Dedicated Contact: Marion Thomas (email address on link)

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AberCares : Student Services , Aberystwyth University

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We believe that anyone who would benefit from a university education should have access to one, regardless of their background. We hope that you will enjoy your experience at Aberystwyth university and are able to achieve your absolute best while studying with us. We are here to support you with every step of your journey, whatever your circumstances may be.

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Employment- What I need to know/ Cyflogaeth- Beth rydw i angen gwybod:

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Employment- What I need to know/ Cyflogaeth- Beth rydw i angen gwybod:

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What job should I do – Wheel of Strengths | Barclays LifeSkills

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Discover which jobs could suit you with our Wheel of Strengths tool. Get started by picking your current skills, interests, and personality traits.

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Care Leaver Civil Servant Internship (UK) / Interniaeth Gwas Sifil i Bobl sy'n Gadael Gofal (DU)

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Care Leaver Civil Servant Internship (UK) / Interniaeth Gwas Sifil i Bobl sy'n Gadael Gofal (DU)

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The Scheme

The Civil Service Care Leavers Internship Scheme is a flagship scheme which gives care leavers the chance to benefit from a 12-month paid internship in a central Government department/agency, with the possibility of the post being made permanent at the end of the 12 months.

The latest data shows 38% of care leavers aged 19-21 were NEET, compared to 11% of their peers in the general population. To help to address this the Internship scheme provides participants with the opportunity to develop and enhance their skills and has been the launch pad for a successful career in the Civil Service for many care leavers.

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The King’s Trust | Confidence, courses, careers

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The King’s Trust helps people aged 11 to 30 to build confidence, get a job or launch a business. Start something today.

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Getting a job with help from careers Wales / Cael swydd gyda chymorth gan Gyrfa Cymru

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Getting a job with help from careers Wales / Cael swydd gyda chymorth gan Gyrfa Cymru

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Help with CVs, application forms, personal statements, interviews, finding jobs, approaching employers and more.

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What is a National Insurance Number/ Beth yw Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol?

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What is a National Insurance Number/ Beth yw Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol?

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National Insurance is a tax on earnings and self-employed profits. You normally start paying when you turn 16 and earn over a certain amount.

You will need your National Insurance too:

Apply or Employment

Access State Pension

Access Universal Credit

Access Maternity Allowance

Treth ar enillion ac elw hunangyflogedig yw Yswiriant Gwladol. Fel arfer byddwch yn dechrau talu pan fyddwch yn troi'n 16 oed ac yn ennill dros swm penodol.

Bydd angen eich Yswiriant Gwladol arnoch hefyd:

Gwneud Cais neu Gyflogaeth

Mynediad at Bensiwn y Wladwriaeth

Credyd Cynhwysol

Mynediad at Lwfans Mamolaeth

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Accessing Your National Insurance Number/ Cyrchu Eich Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol:

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Accessing Your National Insurance Number/ Cyrchu Eich Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol:

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1. Your Social worker should apply for this when a young person is 15 years and 9 months old.

2. They will right to HMRC with your details i.e. full name, any previous names, date of birth, date of when you went into care, your address and your social workers details.

3. Your social worker will also send a copy of your birth certificate & passport and a copy of your care order.

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How to get a National Insurance number for a child who is in the care of a local authority.

Overview

Children who are looked after by local authorities do not automatically get a National Insurance number.

If you're a children's social worker, write to HMRC to apply for a National Insurance number on the child's behalf.

How to apply

You should apply after a child is 15 years and 9 months old. Write to HMRC using your local authority's official letter headed paper.

You must explain in your letter that you're applying for a National Insurance number for a looked after child and give your contact details.

You must also include:

a statement that you're a social worker applying for a National Insurance number for a looked after child

the child's full name

any previous names the child has used

the child's date of birth

the date the child went into care

the child's current residential address

the contact details of the social worker who has written the letter

If possible, the letter should also include:

any previous addresses (such as their parent's old address or the child's last address before they were taken into care)

a photocopy of any of the following:

the child's birth certificate

their Care Order

the ID page of the child's passport

If the child is an unaccompanied minor and supported by the Home Office, you must include photocopies of either:

the child's Home Office documents

both sides of a residence permit

Post or fax the letter and photocopies of any documents to:

Make sure you send photocopies, as we're not able to send these back to you.

There must be a separate letter for each application for a National Insurance Number.

We do not accept emails.

What happens next

HMRC will send a letter to the child confirming their National Insurance number.

If we need more information, we'll get in touch with the social worker using their contact details.

If you would like an update on your application for a child who is being looked after by a local authority, contact the Juvenile team:

Telephone: 03000 555 716
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 5pm (closed bank holidays)
Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Find out about call charges

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Get a National Insurance number for a looked after child

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How to get a National Insurance number for a child who is in the care of a local authority.

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What happens if I loose my National Insurance Number?/ Beth fydd yn digwydd os byddaf yn colli fy Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol?

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What happens if I loose my National Insurance Number?/ Beth fydd yn digwydd os byddaf yn colli fy Rhif Yswiriant Gwladol?

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If you have lost your national insurance number, please complete this form.

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Advocacy and Support/ Eiriolaeth a Chymorth: 

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Advocacy and Support/ Eiriolaeth a Chymorth: 

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Baby Cost Calculator / Cyfrifiannell Costau Babi

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Baby Cost Calculator / Cyfrifiannell Costau Babi

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Baby Costs Calculator - Credit Unions of Wales

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Project Unity: Support for Young Mums in Wales / Undod: Cefnogaeth i Famau Ifanc yng Nghymru

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Project Unity: Support for Young Mums in Wales / Undod: Cefnogaeth i Famau Ifanc yng Nghymru

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Project Unity supports pregnant women and young mums with care experience to engage with services, access practical and emotional support and learn new life skills. During this project, NYAS Cymru aims to keep families together, wherever possible.

The participants in Project Unity can also get involved in projects with other young women who have similar experiences. This project provides confidence building, access to resources and grants, housing support and budgeting guidance.

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Project Unity | Young Mother Support | NYAS

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Project Unity supports pregnant women and young mums with care experience to engage with services, access practical and emotional support and learn new life skills. During this project, NYAS Cymru aims to keep families together, wherever possible. The participants in Project Unity can also get involved in projects with other young women who have similar experiences.

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Community Midwife Services / Gwasanaethau Bydwragedd Cymunedol

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Community Midwife Services / Gwasanaethau Bydwragedd Cymunedol

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Over 6000 babies are born in North Wales each year. Every woman will have her own ideas about where she would like to give birth. Giving birth at home, in a midwife led or a consultant led unit, our team of compassionate and dedicated maternity staff are here to listen to you, discuss your options and work with you to make your pregnancy and birth a safe and positive.

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We want every mother, wherever they live and whatever their circumstances to have a safe and positive experience of pregnancy and childbirth so that she, her partner and family can begin parenting feeling confident, capable and well supported in giving their child a secure start in life.

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PACKING MY HOSPITAL BAG | BREASTFEEDING CHAT | MY BUMP! | JAC JOSSA

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PACKING MY HOSPITAL BAG | BREASTFEEDING CHAT | MY BUMP! | JAC JOSSA

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PACKING MY HOSPITAL BAG | BREASTFEEDING CHAT | MY BUMP! | JAC JOSSA

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FIRST TRIMESTER MUST HAVES UK, PREGNANCY essentials to survive the first trimester

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FIRST TRIMESTER MUST HAVES UK, PREGNANCY essentials to survive the first trimester

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FIRST TRIMESTER  MUST HAVES UK, PREGNANCY essentials to survive the first trimester | HomeWithShan

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Free Dental Care/ Gofal Deintyddol Am Ddim:

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Free Dental Care/ Gofal Deintyddol Am Ddim:

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To apply for free NHS Dental Care, you’ll need to request application forms from your midwife, GP or health visitor. You’ll receive a Maternity Exemption Certificate which will remain valid throughout your pregnancy, and for 12 months from your due date (pre-birth applications) or your baby’s actual date of birth (post-birth applications).

I wneud cais am Ofal Deintyddol GIG am ddim, bydd angen i chi ofyn am ffurflenni cais gan eich bydwraig, meddyg teulu neu ymwelydd iechyd. Byddwch yn derbyn Tystysgrif Eithrio Mamolaeth a fydd yn parhau'n ddilys trwy gydol eich beichiogrwydd, ac am 12 mis o'ch dyddiad geni (ceisiadau cyn geni) neu ddyddiad geni gwirioneddol eich babi (ceisiadau ar ôl geni).

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Sure Start Maternity Grant/ Grant Mamolaeth Cychwyn Cadarn

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Sure Start Maternity Grant/ Grant Mamolaeth Cychwyn Cadarn

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A one-off £500 payment from the Social Fund to help with the cost of your baby.

Eligibility:

You’ll get the grant if your new baby is the only child under 16 in your family and you or your partner get one of the following benefits:

Pension Credit

Income Support

Universal Credit

Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance

Income-related Employment and Support Allowance

Child Tax Credit at a higher rate than the family element

Working Tax Credit which includes a disability or severe disability element.

To Apply for this - please complete the attached form:

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Healthy Start Food Payments/ Taliadau Bwyd Cychwyn Iach

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Healthy Start Food Payments/ Taliadau Bwyd Cychwyn Iach

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The NHS Healthy Start scheme pays eligible families with young children (or expecting a child) up to £8.50 a week to help pay for ‘healthy’ foods such as fruit, vegetables and milk. You also get free vitamin supplements.

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Applying online

If you get Universal Credit, you can apply online if:

you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have at least one child under 4 years old

your family's monthly 'take-home pay' (also called 'earned income') is £408 or less from employment

If you get Child Tax Credit, you may be eligible for Healthy Start if:

your family's annual income is £16,190 or less

you do not get Working Tax Credit

Most people who get Child Tax Credit can apply online. You can apply online if you're either:

more than 10 weeks pregnant and have children under the age of 4

not pregnant but have children under the age of 4

If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and have other children who are all aged 4 or older, you'll need to apply by email or phone.

To apply online, you'll need your:

name

address

date of birth

National Insurance number

baby's due date (if you're pregnant)

benefit award letter if you're over 18 - make sure you enter the exact details shown on your benefit award letter

Make sure that your details are up to date with HMRC or DWP - you may wish to contact them to check or update your details before you apply.

Applying by email or phone

You can apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant, or have at least one child under 4 years old, and get either:

Income Support

Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance

Pension Credit (which includes the child addition)

You can also apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and either:

under 18 years old and not getting any benefits

getting Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

If you get Child Tax Credit, you'll need to apply by email or phone if you're more than 10 weeks pregnant and have other children who are all aged 4 or older.

You can apply by either:

Phone lines are open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays). Find out about call charges (opens in a new tab).

If you're not a British citizen but your child is

You might be eligible for Healthy Start depending on your immigration status.

You can get Healthy Start if all the following are true:

Your biometric residence permit (BRP) or your online immigration status (opens in a new tab) will say if you cannot claim public funds. You might also have a letter from the Home Office about it.

To apply for Healthy Start, ask for an application form via email. Only use this email address if you think you cannot claim public funds because of your immigration status.
Healthystartclaim@dhsc.gov.uk

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If you get Universal Credit, you can apply online if: you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have at least one child under 4 years old your family's monthly 'take-home pay' (also called 'earned income') is £408 or less from employment If you get Child Tax Credit, you may be eligible for Healthy Start if: your family's annual income is £16,190 or less you do not get Working Tax Credit Most people who get Child Tax Credit can apply online.

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Financial Contingency Fund/ Cronfa Ariannol Wrth Gefn:

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Financial Contingency Fund/ Cronfa Ariannol Wrth Gefn:

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Payments from your college or university to help with the costs of childcare if you’re on a low income.

Taliadau gan eich coleg neu brifysgol i helpu gyda chostau gofal plant os ydych ar incwm isel.

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Financial Support | Adult Learning Wales

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Support for learners enrolled with Adult Learning Wales

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These are Weekly payments to help up to 85% of your childcare costs.

Taliadau Wythnosol yw'r rhain i helpu hyd at 85% o'ch costau gofal plant.

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Childcare Grants for full-time students in higher education - grants, CCG1, CCG2 forms, how to apply, eligibility

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Food Shopping Tips/ Cynghorion Siopa am Fwyd

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Food Shopping Tips/ Cynghorion Siopa am Fwyd

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Learn how deep breathing exercises can help you manage stress and support your heart health. We also break down three simple techniques, step-by-step.

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SHOUT- texting service / SHOUT- gwasanaeth tecstio

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SHOUT- texting service / SHOUT- gwasanaeth tecstio

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24/7

You can text us any time, day or night.

Confidential

Your messages with us are confidential and anonymous.

Free

It is free to text Shout from all major mobile networks in the UK.

Get involved

Donations doubled in the Big Give Christmas Challenge

Simply support Shout's Big Give campaign by midday on 5 December, and your donation will be doubled!

Can you help us hit our match funding target of £50,000 and support a further 5,000 people this winter?

Find out more

Get help

Ways to cope with upsetting events in the news

If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious or sad about what's going on in the news, know that you're definitely not alone. Here are some actions we can take to help us cope better through times like this.

Find out more

I think Shout saved my life tonight... no one has ever made me feel so safe, listened to and understood

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Online resources and support

However you're feeling right now, you don't have to face it alone. We're here to support you with your mental health.

Take a look at our resources, information and support, find further help or reach out to one of our volunteers.

Resources for you

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Shout - UK's 24/7 Crisis Text Service for Mental Health Support

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Shout 85258 is the UK's first 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis. Get free, confidential mental health support anytime, anywhere. Text 'SHOUT' to 85258.

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The Five Ways to Wellbeing - boosting mental wellbeing / Y Pum Ffordd at Les - hybu lles meddwl

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The Five Ways to Wellbeing - boosting mental wellbeing / Y Pum Ffordd at Les - hybu lles meddwl

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The Five Ways to Wellbeing - boosting mental wellbeing

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How to find your NHS number / Sut i ddod o hyd i'ch rhif GIG

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How to find your NHS number / Sut i ddod o hyd i'ch rhif GIG

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Use this service to get your NHS number.

Your NHS number is a 10 digit number, like 485 777 3456.

You do not need to know your NHS number to use NHS services, but it can be useful to have it.

Who can use this service

You can use this service if you live in England. You can also use this service for someone else.

Before you start

We'll ask for your name, date of birth and postcode. We'll send a text, email or letter with your NHS number to you.

If you're using this service for someone else, enter their details. They'll be sent their NHS number.
Start now
Other ways to get your NHS number

If you cannot get your NHS number online you can:

find it on any letter from the NHS like a prescription or appointment letter

call your GP surgery and ask them for your number

About using this service

By using this service you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy.

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What is an NHS number? / Beth yw rhif GIG?

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What is an NHS number? / Beth yw rhif GIG?

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Women’s Aid is a grassroots federation working together to provide life-saving services and build a future where domestic violence is not tolerated.

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Papyrus UK Suicide Prevention | Prevention of Young Suicide

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PAPYRUS UK is a charity for the prevention of young suicide (under 35) in the UK | Call PAPYRUS HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 4141 Now

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How to love yourself the right way / Sut i garu eich hun y ffordd iawn

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How to love yourself the right way / Sut i garu eich hun y ffordd iawn

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How playing sports benefits your body and your brain / Sut mae chwarae chwaraeon o fudd i'ch corff a'ch ymennydd

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How playing sports benefits your body and your brain / Sut mae chwarae chwaraeon o fudd i'ch corff a'ch ymennydd

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How playing sports benefits your body ... and your brain - Leah Lagos and Jaspal Ricky Singh

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Helping Young People with Budgeting/ Helpu Pobl Ifanc gyda Chyllidebu

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Helping Young People with Budgeting/ Helpu Pobl Ifanc gyda Chyllidebu

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I am worried about a young person - Llamau/ Rwy'n poeni am berson ifanc - Llamau

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I am worried about a young person - Llamau/ Rwy'n poeni am berson ifanc - Llamau

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It is important that any young person who is sleeping rough approaches their local council for help. If you have seen someone sleeping rough, you can contact StreetLink via their website or app. Street Link will ask you for some details about the person, including where they are sleeping, so that they can connect with local services such as day centres, outreach teams or night shelters.

If you are comfortable talking to the young person, you can also ask them if they have approached their local council for support. Many young people simply don't realise that there is support available for them, and often don't know how to access it.

If you are comfortable doing so, you could support them to approach their local council, ensuring that they are able to make a homelessness application and that an assessment of their needs and situation is completed.

If you have seen a young person sleeping rough and it is outside of office opening hours, you can call Llamau's Youth Homeless Helpline, run in partnership with Shelter Cymru, free of charge, on 08000 495 495. Highly trained colleagues and volunteers will help you to access safe temporary accommodation and provide advice on how to keep yourself safe.

If you are worried that the young person is in immediate danger, you should call the emergency services on 999.

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Our mission is to end homelessness for young people and women. Across Wales we prevent homelessness, provide safe accommodation and support to leave homelessness behind.

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When I am Ready’ enables young people in foster care to continue living with their foster carers once they turn 18. It allows them to remain in a stable and nurturing family environment up to the age of 21, or up to age 25 if they are completing an agreed programme of education or training. Local authorities are required to set up local ‘When I am Ready’ schemes in line with the national guidelines set out in the Code of Practice relating to Part 6 of the Act.

Please speak with your social or support worker about Wrexham When I am Ready Scheme.

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Getting Ready Project: Resources- Anglesey/ Prosiect Paratoi: Adnoddau- Ynys Môn

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Getting Ready Project: Resources- Anglesey/ Prosiect Paratoi: Adnoddau- Ynys Môn

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Health and Wellbeing/ Iechyd Meddwl a'th Lesiant Meddwl

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Health and Wellbeing/ Iechyd Meddwl a'th Lesiant Meddwl

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We can run workshops for young people on any of the topic areas covered in our resources.

In the one-to-one workshops we are able to go into more depth on an issue, providing guidance based on the individual's needs.

For more information contact Bethan Wilson, Development Officer, Children in Wales. gettingready@childreninwales.org.uk

Gallwn ni gynnal gweithdai i bobl ifanc ar unrhyw rai o’r meysydd pwnc sy’n cael sylw yn ein hadnoddau.

Yn y gweithdai un-i-un byddwn ni’n gallu edrych yn fanylach ar rywbeth, a rhoi arweiniad ar sail anghenion yr unigolyn.

I gael rhagor o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â Bethan Wilson, Swyddog Datblygu, Plant yng Nghymru. gettingready@childreninwales.org.uk

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Child Benefit Application Form/ Ffurflen Gais Budd-dal Plant:

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Child Benefit Application Form/ Ffurflen Gais Budd-dal Plant:

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Child Benefit is a regular payment of money from the government to help with the cost of raising a child.

The rates for the 2024/25 tax year are:

£25.60 a week for the eldest or only child

£16.95 a week for each additional child.

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If you become Homeless/ Os ydych chi'n dod yn ddigartref?

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If you become Homeless/ Os ydych chi'n dod yn ddigartref?

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If you're 18 or over, you can make a homeless application to the council's homeless team.

The council must usually provide emergency housing if you're:

pregnant or children live with you

under 21 and spent some time in care when 16 or 17

21 or over and vulnerable because of your care history, a disability or other reason

You count as having a priority need for housing.

If you're 16 or 17, contact your personal adviser or emergency contact in your pathway plan. If you cannot contact them, the homeless team must give you emergency housing until children’s services finds you somewhere to live.

Housing Options Team: 01978 292947.

Homeless Young People (under 18): 01978 292039.

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Help and advice (homeless)/ Help a chyngor (ddigartref)

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Help and advice (homeless)/ Help a chyngor (ddigartref)

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Help and advice (homeless) | Wrexham County Borough Council

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What you can do if you’re homeless or worried about becoming homeless

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Housing Support Services/ Gwasanaethau cefnogi tai

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Housing Support Services/ Gwasanaethau cefnogi tai

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Housing support services | Wrexham County Borough Council

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Volunteering opportunities in Wrexham - Get Volunteering

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The information contained in advertisements published on our website is provided to us by others and that we are not able to verify the accuracy of all such information. Further, we are not party to any arrangements you may make with any advertisers, including arrangements relating to volunteering opportunities. Accordingly, subject only to mandatory restrictions of applicable law, we will not be liable to you in relation to any advertisement published on our website or any volunteering opportunity or other arrangement between you and any advertiser.

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Foodbanks and food cupboards/ Banciau bwyd a cypyrddau bwyd cymunedol

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Foodbanks and food cupboards/ Banciau bwyd a cypyrddau bwyd cymunedol

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Foodbanks and food cupboards | Wrexham County Borough Council

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Information on foodbanks and food cupboards

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Bins and recycling | Wrexham County Borough Council

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Check your bin day and sign up for reminders, Report a missed bin collection; Garden waste collection service; New and replacement bin or boxes; Assisted bin and recycling collection request; Bulky household item removal

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Food Waste Tips/ Awgrymiadau Gwastraff Bwyd

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Food Waste Tips/ Awgrymiadau Gwastraff Bwyd

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Find out why food gets wasted and how we can prevent it with 2nd level Health and Wellbeing.

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Meal Planner and Food Shopping List/ Cynlluniwr prydau bwyd a rhestr siopa bwyd

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Meal Planner and Food Shopping List/ Cynlluniwr prydau bwyd a rhestr siopa bwyd

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Young Wrexham - Counselling/ Wrexham ifanc - cwnsela

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Young Wrexham - Counselling/ Wrexham ifanc - cwnsela

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We offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and together find a way forward - for young people age 11 to 18.
How do I make a referral?
You can self-refer or alternatively, your parent/carer/teacher or any trusted adult could do this with your consent. If you would prefer to come into the INFO Shop to complete the referral form, please do.

You can pick up a referral form from the following places:

Complete and return the referral to Outside In, INFO Shop, Lambpit Street, Wrexham, LL11 1AR, or scan/email to outside_in@wrexham.gov.uk, please note, we cannot accept any referrals without the young persons consent.
What happens next?
A counsellor will contact you by email/phone whichever is best for you, to let you know we've received your referral, they'll let you know where you are on the waiting list and when you can expect your sessions to start.
How long are the counselling sessions?
Sessions are for 50 minutes weekly, we try to fit this into your schedule where possible.
How many sessions will I get?
Initially 6 weekly sessions then we will review together if you need further counselling. Your counsellor will also be able to identify other support services who might also help you and can either signpost or make a referral with your consent.
Where do the sessions take place?
It is your choice where your counselling takes place, this can be at your school, the INFO Shop or at the "Vic" Youth Centre.
When can I come for counselling?
Counselling sessions are available Monday - Friday 9:00am until 5:30pm.

If you want to speak to someone in the counselling team, please contact tel:01978295630 or mailto:outside_in@wrexham.gov.uk

If you would like more information on this topic or you have questions please call into the INFO Shop or contact us on 01978 295600 / Instant message. If you leave us a message we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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We offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and together find a way forward - for young people age 11 to 18. How do...

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Mind North East Wales/ Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru

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Mind North East Wales/ Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru

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North East Wales Mind | For better mental health

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© 2025 North East Wales Mind Registered in England 06504104 Charity No. 1126091

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Roles and Responsibilities of professionals/ Rolau a Chyfrifoldebau gweithwyr proffesiynol:

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Roles and Responsibilities of professionals/ Rolau a Chyfrifoldebau gweithwyr proffesiynol:

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Alcohol and Drug Information - Young Wrexham

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Need information, support and advice on alcohol or drug use? This is the page that can help you make positive informed decisions

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This section will provide you with information advice to help you look after your sexual health, whether you are after information on the different contraception available, or advice on sexually…

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Getting Around Young Wrexham/ Mynd O Gwympas

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Getting Around Young Wrexham/ Mynd O Gwympas

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There are lots of ways to get around depending on where you going and how you want to get there.

Buses & trains

Buses and trains are the main forms of public transport between places. Wrexham has lots of buses running to lots of different areas, while Arriva Trains Wales run most of the trains. Both offer reduced travel for young people and there's mytravelpass, which offers discounted travel on public transport for 16 - 18 year olds across Wales. You can also buy the 16-25 railcard, which knocks 1/3 off fares.

Check if you're eligible for free school transport if you're 16+ with Wrexham Council.

Traveline Cymru provides info on public transport across Wales, and Google Maps is getting better all the time with its public transport info.

https://www.thetrainline.com/ is another great place to help you plan your rail journey and get live train running times, accessibility, and facility info.

Safety is important when using transport especially if you are travelling alone, so always make sure you know transport times and that someone knows where you are going.

Keep your personal belongings on you or in a safe place whilst you travel and if something goes missing report it straight away.

Cycling

Walking is the cheapest mode of transport and is good for your health, as is cycling. In Wrexham you have Pedal Power for bike hire, training and advice, while Sustrans Cymru has tips and bike routes.

Ever wondered if you're allowed to cycle on the pavement? Rule 64 of the Highway Code says - You MUST NOT cycle on a pavement. That's their all caps and bolding.

Learning to drive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIy5flbtBLU

You can learn to drive a car at 17 (16 if you want to ride a moped or light quad bike).

You can apply for a provisional licence when you're 15 years and 9 months old.

Gov.uk's Learning to Drive pages has all the info you need about tests, fees, age restrictions etc.

BBC Advice also has lots of info and tips.

Taxis

Taxis are a great, quick mode of transport if you haven't got a car. Her are some tips on how to stay safe when getting a taxi

Make sure you order from a taxi firm or at a black cab station.

Taxi licensees have to show that their vehicle is safe to use so don't get in a taxi that does not look safe.

Some taxis have meters and some don't, if they don't have a meter make sure you get a price for the journey so you don't get an expensive surprise at your destination.

All taxis have to have a licence on display- all taxi drivers should have on show a badge that displays his or her licence number, this is issued by the local council as a symbol of safety.

Trams

Sadly we don't have any trams here, despite this excellent song from Wales very own Super Furry Animals...
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