If you are living away from your family and friends this does not mean you won't see or hear from them again. You have the right to, and should be encouraged to keep in touch with friends and family regularly, unless:
Your social worker is worried that it may not be safe
There is a legal decision to say that you cannot see them
You tell us that you do not want to see them
It’s important that any reasons why you cannot see your family and friends are explained to you by your social worker.
Children’s services can often help to pay for travel costs so that you can see your family, for both yourself and your family.
Your carers should never cancel planned visits with your family as a punishment.