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  • Direct Payments (DP)

    . This can give you and your family more choice, flexibility and control over your support. Direct payments are not means-tested, and they do not affect your benefits. Direct payments can relate to a child or young person’s special educational needs , social care needs or health needs . Who can receive… Social Care Assessment SSCA) or by an Early Help Assessment, these can be completed by your school, a MAST worker or the Children’s Disabilities Team: The process works as follows: A request for an assessment would go to the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub based at Moorfoot Sheffield. The contact number is 0114 2734855 The assessment will determine if you have unmet needs that social care are required to meet. You will then have the option of receiving the support via direct payment. A plan will be made of how the money will be spent and agreed outcomes will be made The Direct Payment…

  • Abuse in teenage relationships

    hurt, offer to go to the doctor with them. Perhaps have a helpline number ready to give them, such as: ChildLine: 0800 1111 Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Your friend might be angry or upset with you to begin with. But they will know you care…

  • Spotting signs of child sexual abuse

    they won't be believed. A child who is being sexually abused may care for their abuser and worry about getting them into trouble. Here are some of the signs you may notice: Changes in behaviour - a child may start being aggressive, withdrawn, clingy, have difficulties sleeping or start wetting… or is at risk of abuse, you can seek advice from the "named nurse" or "named doctor" in your hospital or care setting. The NSPCC has more information and advice about child sexual abuse. If you are concerned about your own thoughts or behaviour towards children, you can phone Stop It Now…

  • How to contact your Early Help Hub

    Downloads and Links How to contact your Early Help Hub To request a Early Help service, you can complete an Early Help Assessment Part 1 form (see in Downloads and Links section) and return it by secure email or post. The screening teams in Early Help services respond to requests for a service about a child or young person. Screening workers will: provide advice and guidance to other professionals identify whether a family can be supported through existing local services, if further support is needed or a more detailed assessment is required process early help part assessment part 1 forms for consideration at early help gateway meetings identify any immediate Child Protection concerns that may need a social work assessment respond to requests for a service from Social Care for a family However, if the needs of the family are more complex, you should complete a Family…

  • Sheffield Libraries (includes What's On)

    Sheffield Libraries offer a range of activities and events throughout the year. For children and young people they run autism friendly sessions. For adults they have a visually impaired reading group. All of the children’s activities that they host are inclusive and suitable for children of all abilities. All council run libraries are also accessible for wheelchair users. Take a look You can find more information on the Sheffield City Council website for Libraries and Archives . This will open a new link. Scroll down to the bottom and there is a section called What's On. Book on Sheffield Libraries events You can book on Sheffield Libraries events using this link: Libraries Sheffield Events | Eventbrite…

  • A Guide to Starting School

    Starting Fulltime Education All children must start full-time education from the term after their fifth birthday, although children in Sheffield are offered a school place earlier than this. Families have the choice of when their child can start school. All four year olds can start full time fro…

  • Childcare options for parents

    Learning but check if they offer the Extended FEL for 3 and 4 year olds. Breakfast and After School Clubs Childcare for all ages, they extend the school day to better suit the needs of working parents. They are also referred to as Out of School Clubs or Wrap-around Care. They are often run… if they are registered. Holiday Clubs Group care and play care for children during the school holidays. Crèche Group care for occasional or limited amounts of time, normally 2 hours or less. They are often in a permanent premises attached to sports centres, shopping centres or colleges. The focus…

  • Mental health before and during pregnancy

    Good mental health before, during, and after your baby is born is vital. Our mental health is as important as our physical health – but it can be easy to overlook it when there is so much going on. Your mental health and well-being before pregnancy  If you're trying to get pregnant and have experienced mental health challenges, it's important to talk to your doctor (GP) or specialist first. They will talk to you about how you’re feeling, any medicines that you’re taking, and how pregnancy could impact your mental well-being. They'll also explore how your mental health may affect both you and your baby. They will also discuss what care and support are available to you and will help you to plan the healthiest start possible for you and your baby. Find out more on the NHS webpage Your mental health and well-being during pregnancy Pregnancy brings different feelings – some good…

  • 1) Help with finding and keeping a job Transition Guide

    1) Help with finding and keeping a job - Transition Guide help-with-finding-and-keeping-a-job Employment Getting work experience and developing skills for a job is very important. It can also help employers see the skills that you can bring to their organisation. Meeting employers Schools and c…

  • Annual Health Checks for Young People with Learning Disabilities

    , or both. It gives the young person a chance to meet and get used to visiting the nurse or GP. They should have an annual health check even if they are under the care of a hospital paediatrician. Who does the Annual Health Check? Either a: Nurse Doctor, or Physician Associate. They will go… such as diabetes or high blood pressure arrange blood tests if needed plan vaccinations for flu, tetanus and Covid, both for your child and yourself as a carer Health and care workers need to make it as easy for disabled people to use services as it is for people who are not disabled… of their illness or disability. This includes children under 18. All the care they give is unpaid. Flu and Covid vaccinations If your child is eligible for an annual health check but hasn’t been invited Although most GPs now offer annual health checks, they don’t have to. If you think that your…