Preparation for Adulthood Team (PAT)

A Council-run service to help with social care.

This service is for young people aged 18-25 years old who have an EHC Plan.

Referral reason: Concerns about what a child or young adult will do when they leave education.

When families need support meeting the care needs of young people aged 16 to 25.

People involved: Social workers and care managers in the PAT team.

Offer: Support given includes:

• Guiding and linking to the services available for people over 16 still in education.
• Helping plan for the future including services for people when they leave education.
• Providing support to families who are struggling to meet the care needs of children and young adults with disabilities.
• Completion of care act assessments to support transition to adult life.