What children does the Kinship Zone pilot cover?
Which children the allowance covers
The allowance applies only to children cared for under a formal kinship arrangement. It does not cover:
- birth children
- adopted children
- fostered children
- children cared for informally
Caring for children from another local authority
If the child lived in Thurrock when they came into your care, you may be eligible for an allowance even if you do not live in Thurrock.
Living in Thurrock but caring for children from another authority
You may be eligible if:
- you and the child live in Thurrock, and
- three years have passed since the SGO, CAO or Residence Order was granted.
If you currently receive an allowance from another local authority, you can only join the pilot if that allowance ends. You will only receive the new allowance if your application is successful.
To apply, email: SGOAdmin@thurrock.gov.uk