couple paras on why I think the SYC program should continue to be funded

Have been asked by my Anglicare SYC support worker to help out with a para or two extolling the virtues of the program and how it benefits young people, as it’s that time of year. Apparently their funding was slashed during the last round of grant reviews or whatever they’re called (which would probably indicate that they won’t slash it again this year, but you never know).
(To whom it may concern)
The Special Youth Carer program funded by Anglicare, with the assistance of CYFS, is designed to assist young people in care through one on one placements in which the carer, assisted and guided by the Anglicare support team, encourages the young person in developing independent living skills such as self-care, household management, budgeting, cooking and interpersonal skills in a personal and relaxed environment. I have been involved in this program as a carer for some two years, and I feel that the benefits to young people at risk are considerable. One of the young people previously in my care has made the transition to independent living quite successfully, and I’m confident of continuing success in the future.
The environment provided is one of semi-independence, with the carer acting as mentor and guide but also as house-sharer, which encourages the young person to take part-ownership of the household with all the rights and responsibilities that this entails. The young person is thus provided with a safe, secure and largely hassle-free base, as far as is possible, from which to consolidate and to develop towards the future.
One of the keys to the success of this program is the level of support provided to both the young persons and the carers in these one on one situations. At a time when the demand for foster carers is greater than it has ever been, many carers are discouraged by the lack of support in what is an increasingly demanding role. In the SYC program, weekly meetings with the support worker and monthly review meetings involving the department through CYFS ensures that the placement can be properly monitored and evaluated. Issues that arise can largely be resolved through communication and negotiation, which provides a balanced approach that promotes independent thinking in a nurturing environment for the young person as well as support for the carer. I hope to continue working in this program for the foreseeable future, and I hope that, for the sake of young people in the program and their carers, funding for it can continue at the highest possible level.
Yours sincerely etc