Service Description: The Combined Accommodation Scheme (CAS) provides a consistent and stable experience for young people in the community who are or have been in foster care by offering continuity of care and accommodation. This scheme also provides accommodation and support to young people (aged 16-18 years) in the community who find themselves homeless.
Also known as:- CAS, Homelessness, Housing, Supportive Lodgings
Answer: · The allowance for a fostered child/young person aged 11-15 years is £158.90 per week. · The allowance for a fostered young person aged 16 – 18 years is £193.27 per week.