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Mission Statement

At Care2Care, our mission is to provide a nurturing, family-orientated home where every young person feels safe, valued, and loved. With over three decades of professional experience – and a personal journey through the care system ourselves – we are uniquely placed to support young people with learning difficulties and emotional behavioural challenges through trauma-informed, compassionate care.

We aim to empower every young person to build the confidence and skills they need to live independently, while always knowing they have a home they can return to. At Care2Care, we are not just here for the moment-we are here for life.

Our ethos is rooted in empathy, belonging, and lifelong support.

 

At Care2Care, we understand the emotional weight of being in care – the uncertainty, the self-doubt, and the longing for connection – because we have experienced it too. We are committed to creating a true family environment. Our young people eat together, cook together, share experiences, and build positive, trusting relationships.

 

Through daily living, guided support, and a stable, loving environment, we help them grow into resilient, independent individuals. Care2Care is more than a children’s home. It is a place of healing, hope, and homecoming – a place where every young person is reminded they are never alone, and always part of a family.

 

We recognise that no two journeys are the same. Whether a child is working towards reunification, transitioning to foster care, or preparing for greater independence, we ensure they are equipped with the confidence, skills, and support needed to take their next steps.

meet our team

Our team brings together people with both lived passion and professional expertise, united by the same goal: to give children the chance to feel safe, valued, and ready for the future.

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Co-Founder & Director

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Managing Director & Responsible Individual

Steve Marklew

Operations Consultant

our values

Compassion at the Core

Every child is treated with understanding, patience, and genuine respect.

Consistency and Security

We provide calm, well-structured homes that help children feel settled and safe.

Listening to Young People

Children are encouraged to share their views and take an active role in everyday decisions.

Supporting Recovery and Development

Our therapeutic-informed approach helps children build resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.

Preparing for What’s Next

We support young people to develop the skills, independence, and confidence needed for their next stage in life.

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