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VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: A.J

7 Jan 2026

A.J joined the VIP Project seeking support to access employment, with a specific focus on entering the construction industry. Alongside employment, he wanted support to return to education, particularly to redo his Functional Skills English, and to w

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: H.W

7 Jan 2026

H.W was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant on the VIP programme. During the initial assessment, it became clear that H.W was very smart and ambitious. In the past, H.W. had obtained extensive experience as an electricia

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: A.D

9 Oct 2025

A.D was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant on the Phoenix programme. During the initial assessment, it became clear that A.D was very smart and ambitious. In the past, A.D had been involved in the hospitality industry p

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: M.N

9 Oct 2025

M.N. joined the VIP Project seeking support to access employment, with the specific goal of securing a role in the tech sector. He also wanted educational guidance on becoming a pilot and exploring university options

WF - Case study

2 Oct 2025

When WF first joined the Leicestershire Cares youth group, he was quiet, reserved, and unsure about the direction he wanted to take in life after he had recently moved to the UK from Hong Kong. Like many young people, he had ideas and ambitions but l

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: T.K

8 Jul 2025

T.K was referred to the Phoenix programme for support with guidance with accessing suitable training. During his initial assessment, T.K expressed that his primary desire was to obtain financial freedom. Although he had previously worked in warehouse

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: T.W

8 Jul 2025

T.W. joined the VIP Project seeking support to access further education, with the specific goal of securing a place at college. Prior to engaging with the Leicestershire Cares, T.W. had faced difficulties navigating the college application process an

JS’s Journey to Confidence, College and a New Job

20 May 2025

JS's journey with the Altogether Now project over the last 12 months, including developing confidence, completing his first year at college and being accepted in his first job role.

Sheldon's Success Story

16 May 2025

Read Sheldon’s inspiring journey with Leicestershire Cares and discover how far she’s come through courage, confidence, and community support.

AD Case Study- PIP & Energy assistance.

16 May 2025

Facing financial hardship due to illness and unemployment, AD sought help with a PIP application and energy advice. Support from Leicestershire Cares brought guidance, relief, and renewed confidence.

Case Study: Building Confidence and Creativity through the Leicestershire Cares Content Creator Group

16 May 2025

Young Person Profile: Name: Sam (artist name: Dah Gee Starz) Age: 18 Joined: Leicestershire Cares Content Creator Group – October 2023 Interests: Digital art, music production, live performance

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: H.S

17 Apr 2025

H.S was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant on the Phoenix programme. During the initial assessment, it became clear that H.S was keen to enrol on a course and work in order to improve his life outcomes and to support h

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: S.B

14 Apr 2025

SB joined LC with the objective of increasing her confidence in employability and job searching. Prior to engaging with LC, she lacked self-assurance regarding employment opportunities and struggled with motivation.

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: R.M

9 Jan 2025

RM joined Leicestershire Cares with the aim of enrolling in a CSCS course and improving his prospects. Prior to engaging with the project, RM had recently been released from prison

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: C.T

9 Jan 2025

CT joined the VIP project with the goal of gaining employability skills and building confidence after being out of work for over 10 years. Initially, CT expressed no intention of re-entering the workforce but wanted to explore ways to improve his ski

My Care Experience Journey

17 Oct 2024

Have a read of my journey in care and beyond. Daveena P

Altogether Now Project -AH Taking Steps in to employment.

15 Oct 2024

AH was referred to the Altogether now project to work on ETE outcomes, follow along to see where this journey takes him.

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: T.D

14 Oct 2024

In April 2024, T.D. was referred to Leicestershire Cares for Education, Training, and Employment (ETE) support as part of the VIP Projec

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: K.F

14 Oct 2024

K.F. was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant in the VIP programme. During the initial assessment, it became clear that K.F. was concerned about the incident which had led to his referral.

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: R.B

8 Jul 2024

R.B. was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant in the Phoenix programme

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: C.S

8 Jul 2024

C.S. was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant in the Phoenix programme. C.S was recently released from prison a month prior to his initial assessment

Power to Change project

4 Jul 2024

The Journey so far...

Leaving Care - My Journey

8 Apr 2024

Here is a story detailing my journey as a care leaver moving in to higher education and building my future.

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: T.B

27 Mar 2024

T.B was referred to Leicestershire Cares (ETE) support as a participant in the VIP Project, aiming to pursue a career in the fashion industry.

VIP PROJECT CASE STUDY: B.M

27 Mar 2024

B.M was referred to the Phoenix Programme in August 2023 for support with career guidance.

Phoenix Z.S CASE STUDY

9 Jan 2024

Z.S was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant on the Phoenix programme. During the initial assessment, it became clear that Z.S required support in clarifying the difference between right and wrong.

Phoenix C.L CASE STUDY

9 Jan 2024

C.L was referred to Leicestershire Cares for ETE support as a participant on the Phoenix programme aspiring to step into the construction industry despite lacking a clear roadmap.

Leaving Care Parents Support Group Trip to Mablethorpe

27 Oct 2023

We have been working closely with Leicestershire County Councils Leaving Care Team supporting Care Experienced Parents and their children. Take a look at our trip to Mablethorpe with the parents and children!

Caring for Care Leavers - Renovation Project Wates

27 Oct 2023

Take a look at how Wates helped make a care experienced young person's house a warm inviting home.

VIP M.F CASE STUDY

11 Oct 2023

MF joined the VIP Project in June 2023. MF attended a goal setting session and a CV session, along with various key working appointments. During these sessions, MF shared some of his personal life experiences as well as his keen interest in cars and

VIP J.H CASE STUDY

11 Oct 2023

JH joined the project in June 2023 with aspirations of entering the motor vehicle field. However, JH lacked a clear roadmap and was thus referred for support. Through dedicated participation in goal-setting sessions, CV reviews, and employability wor

VIP E.C Journey to Apprenticeship

4 Jul 2023

In April 2023, E.C joined the VIP project with a strong desire to pursue an apprenticeship in carpentry after completing his GCSEs. E.C recognized the importance of achieving good grades to increase his chances of securing an apprenticeship.

VIP LRC Case Study

4 Jul 2023

LRC joined the VIP Project in March 2023. LRC attended a goal setting session, an employability session, along with various key working appointments. During these sessions, LRC advised that she has a passion to look after people.

H.S VIP CASE STUDY

23 Apr 2023

HS joined the VIP Project in December 2022. HS attended a goal setting session, an employability session, along with various key working appointments. During these sessions, HS was able to acknowledge the intense trauma he had experienced and commit

S.B VIP CASE STUDY

23 Apr 2023

SB joined the VIP Project in October 2022. At the time, SB was faced with some personal challenging issues but he made a decision to engage with the project. SB was initially anxious to meet with Leicestershire Cares, but after attending his first se

M.K Powering Up Case study

31 Jan 2023

Megan moves into an outer house at Park Lodge

Cost of living advice for care leavers transitioning in to independence

27 Jan 2023

The Powering Up Project have been working in collaboration with Leicester City Councils Tatlow Road Children’s home delivering cost-of-living sessions aimed at helping care leavers with their transition in to both semi/independent living

H.N VIP Case Study

13 Jan 2023

HN was referred to the VIP project in November 2022 for assistance with a construction course. On the date of his initial assessment, HN arrived with both his mother and his girlfriend. His mother explained that he suffered with anxiety and needed to

J.G Work Experience Case Study

13 Jan 2023

During our sessions, JG took part in a career assessment, and she expressed interest in Business administration. Contact was made with CT Skills and other apprenticeship providers to enable JG ask questions and explore her options. JG also took part

Power To Change Project: FC Belgrave and Cossington FC Case Study

9 Jan 2023

Grassroots sports initiatives Cossington FC and FC Belgrave approached the "Power To Change" project in October to discuss the barriers they’ve faced in meeting community need.

Making Moves Homelessness Development Project: AM Case Study

20 Oct 2022

AM was referred to the “Making Moves” project due to his difficulties finding permanent accommodation as a refugee who after arriving to the UK had to spend time living in.an Amicus Trust Hostel and YMCA shelter.

VIP Project: H.B Case Study

20 Oct 2022

HB accompanied his friend to a session and although he was not part of the meeting, he observed the interactions and inquired as to whether he could receive assistance from Leicestershire Cares.

VIP Project: T.C Case Study

5 Oct 2022

TC joined the VIP Project in February 2022. TC attended a goal setting session, an employability session, along with various key working appointments. During these sessions, TC was able to acknowledge the intense trauma he had experienced

VIP PROJECT: J.G CASE STUDY

1 Apr 2022

VIP PROJECT: J.G CASE STUDY

UP Project Case Study - TB

25 Jan 2022

TB was referred to the UP Project in July 2021, where an initial phone assessment was completed. TB was found to need support with housing, substance misuse and required a potential referral to Turning Point.

LM - UP Project Case Study

14 Oct 2021

LM was referred to the UP Project in April 2021 by the National Probation Service (NPS) after recently being released from prison.

UP Project Case Study - AF

14 Oct 2021

AF was referred to UP Project in April 2021. It was identified on their initial assessment that their goals were to receive employability support, gain their CSCS card and look for full-time employment after gaining the skills to do so.

The UP Project Case Study; CP

13 Sep 2021

CP was referred to the UP-Project in November 2020 by The National Probation Service (NPS) having been identified as meeting the UP-Project criteria and needing support.

The UP Project Case Study - JA

9 Sep 2021

JA joined the project in June 2021 and it became apparent that his main need was that he needed to source accommodation as was currently sofa surfing with friends

UP Project Case Study - LM

9 Sep 2021

LM joined the UP Project in May 2021. LM had an upcoming sentencing when she first joined the UP Project but was still driven to achieve some positive outcomes.

The UP-Project Case Study - PM

29 Jun 2021

PM joined the Up-Project in March 2021 after being referred by CRC. Upon joining the UP-Project, PM was not in education, training, or employment but this was something she was extremely keen to change.

The UP-Project Case Study: JH

29 Jun 2021

JH was referred to the UP-Project in October 2020 by Leicestershire Youth and Justice. JH when referred was on a 3-year YRO.

UP-Project Case Study - CP

10 Feb 2021

“Since working with the UP-Project I have been able to secure my CSCS card and Fire Marshall badge which has enabled me to gain employment!

UP Project Case Study: BB

1 Feb 2021

Read about BB's journey on the UP Project

UP Project Case Study: NH

22 Jan 2021

Read more about NH's journey on the UP Project

Finding the right fit

14 Jan 2021

Finding a job is only the first step to employment, keeping it requires a whole different skill set and circumstances to fit together. This is J'vorges story

YES Project Case Study - Sam

17 Dec 2020

Read about Sam`s progress on the YES Project.

Leaving Care Team: Lydia

13 Oct 2020

Read about Lydia joining the Taking Hold of our Heritage project at the beginning of August 2020

Case study: Tanisa

24 Sep 2020

Read more about Tanisa's journey on the Making Moves Project

WIRE Project Case Study – Daniel flourishes

22 Sep 2020

Daniel has recently completed an unpaid work placement with Bradgate Park.

The Leaving Care Team Tackles Youth Unemployment

25 Aug 2020

Read about how the Leaving Care team has supported Charlie to become ‘work ready’

UP Project Case Study: JO

18 Aug 2020

Read about JO's journey on the UP Project

UP Project case study: AL

12 Aug 2020

Read about the journey of AL, who has secured employment and is on his way to obtaining his CSCS card and functional skills qualifications.

UP Project case study: TI

23 Jun 2020

On the UP Project, one of the participants shares his support from the UP Project and the success in setting up his own business from winning a competition hosted by Leicestershire Cares and Cocoa Amore.

UP Project case study: JM

1 May 2020

Read about JM's journey into full-time employment since being on the UP Project.

WIRE Project case study: Sarah finds work

20 Apr 2020

Sarah, a WIRE Project participant finds work with Max Spielmann.

Oliver`s YES Journey

6 Apr 2020

Continuing our great work with Oliver to help him achieve his goals of moving into employment and forming lifelong friendships.

The UP Project case study

30 Mar 2020

Cara, a participant on the UP Project shares how her life has changed since joining the project.

Martin’s Brief Encounter: The Coffee Kind

24 Mar 2020

From dishwasher to cake baker in two weeks; Martin has completed his work placement at Zeph’s Café!

WIRE Project success story

17 Jan 2020

A big thank you to the PCC and Lloyds Bank Foundation for supporting the WIRE Project.

WIRE Project case study: Cameron

27 Nov 2019

Cameron, a participant from both the UP and WIRE Projects, recently received a 'glowing reference' from the work placement he completed.

A Volunteering Champion

18 Nov 2019

Keeley Jefferies gives back to her ex-school, The Hinckley Academy.

UP Project case study: Toiyan

7 Nov 2019

Toiyan, a participant from the UP Project has been able to receive support with creating a CV, read more here.

A day of volunteering at A Place to Grow

5 Nov 2019

During Leicestershire Cares week our business volunteers and young people were able to come together and get stuck into a day of volunteering.

UP Project case study: Hasina

4 Nov 2019

Hasina an UP Project participant, had the opportunity to have a two week placement at Leicester CIty Council.

WIRE Project case study: Paul

1 Nov 2019

Paul, a participant from the WIRE Project was able to secure a 2 week work placement with Terex Corporation.

Employer - Student Match

29 Oct 2019

At our last Interview Technique event, two Crown Hills' students who were interested in a career in law were interviewed by solicitors from Knights plc.

Breaking down isolation by experiencing new things

25 Oct 2019

Leicestershire Cares and the Freedom club take fourteen unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people to the theme park and zoo, Drayton Manor.

Lemn Sissay inspires our care experienced young people

25 Oct 2019

As part of VOICES, we took a group of young people to see the celebrated poet, writer and performer who was in care himself when he was young.

Fresh lick of paint for community hall

25 Oct 2019

Earlier this month, the University’s Career Development Service turned off their computers, picked up their paintbrushes and swapped their day jobs to spend the day supporting local residents as part of a staff volunteering initiative.