CHILDRENS AND FAMILIES SERVICE

Social Services have the job of ensuring that children are protected from significant harm. They have specific legal duties in respect of children

family centres
residential homes
registration and inspection of nurseries and childminders.
adoption and fostering
child protection

Family Centres

There are 3 family centres, Bonwick House in Ramsey, the Douglas Family Centre in Woodbourne Road and Barrule House in Ballasalla. There are qualified social workers in charge who will provide help and advice on all aspects of child care and parenting and workshops are held to assist in the development of parenting skills. If you feel you would like to make use of these services, ring the duty social worker (01624) 686179.

Index

Child Protection
Children with Disabilities
Childminders - Nurseries
Organisations Related to Children and Young People's Services
Fostering Information

DisabledGo Information

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