Third of young people leaving Victoria's out-of-home care are homeless within three years – report

About a quarter would face the justice system and two-thirds would need mental health support

At least a third of young people end up homeless within three years after leaving the out-of-home care system, a Victorian inquiry has found.

By reviewing 150 file notes and interviews with more than 100 young people, the Commission for Children and Young People uncovered appalling outcomes for most of the 600 or so who leave state care each year.