Early Help in Medway
Support Services
The Medway Family Information Service (FIS) has developed a number of <information packs> for some of the more typical enquiries it receives from parents or practitioners supporting children, young people and families. The packs contain information about local and national services and support, as well as resources aimed at children, young people and families.
There are a number of websites that offer a wealth of information, services and things to do for children, young people and families including:
| Family Information Directory | Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service | Youth Offending Team |
| The Family Information Directory provides information on local, regional and national services and organisations for children, young people and families. It also includes information on registered childcare and things to do and places to go. |
Support for Young People experiencing mental health issues | The team works closely with young people and their families to provide an early intervention service to prevent anti-social behaviour and crime |
| Youth Services | Family Information Services | Health Visitors |
| Free advice and activities for young people in Medway | Free advice and activities for young people in Medway | The health visiting team aims to give babies the best start in life |
| Safeguarding | Young Carers | Kent Fire & Rescue |
| The Children’s Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team are available to listen and provide advice on any safeguarding concerns | You could be eligible for support if you're under 18 and you care for a parent or relative who has a disability. | Information about Kent Fire and Rescue service |
| Kent Police | Medway Voluntary Action | Children's Centre |
| Information about Kent Police | Medway voluntary Action (MVA) develop, support, represent and empower a thriving and diverse Voluntary and Community Sector in Medway | Children’s Centres where parents and children (under 5) can go to find out about information relevant to families all under one roof |