Care leavers in Greater Manchester can now take advantage of a new app called ‘Bee Connected,’ which helps users find support, offers, and opportunities in one place. ‘Bee Connected’ was created by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and Focusgov to help care leavers thrive outside of their previous homes. Through ‘Bee Connected,’ care leavers are given access to health support, resources to support independent living, and encouragement to reach financial stability.
"I’m so pleased that we’re launching the Bee Connected app, which is all about giving care leavers the information and the confidence to help them live independent lives. Having all the support and guidance set out in once place will make it as easy as possible for them to understand their options and make their own choices," said the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham.
Care Leaver Support Apps
Greater Manchester Introduces an App to Support Care Leavers
Trend Themes
1. Care Leaver Support Apps - The trend of developing mobile applications to provide support and resources for care leavers is rapidly growing
2. Integrated Support Platforms - The trend of integrating support services into a single platform using technology is creating disruptive innovation opportunities for the social welfare industry
3. Personalized Health and Financial Support - The trend of providing personalized health and financial support to care leavers through mobile apps is creating new opportunities for the healthcare and finance industries
Industry Implications
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2. Social Welfare - The integration of support services using technology provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the social welfare industry to better serve care leavers and create more sustainable systems
3. Healthcare - The trend of providing personalized health support through mobile apps creates an opportunity for the healthcare industry to improve access to care and tailor health services to individuals' unique needs