The Family Support Service is a social work service for children and, their families and carers. Where needed, the teams provide a range of supports and services to safeguard children and enable them, where possible, to remain in their own families.
The Family Support Service will provide:
How to access the Service The Family Support Teams provide services to families living in Belfast.
They will become involved following an initial assessment by the Gateway Team where a clear role for continued Social Work intervention is identified.
Usually services will be delivered by a team based in your local area.
If you are concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a child or young person contact the Gateway Service.