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  • Where to get direct support for sleep problems

    Please see below for more information on where to get direct support with sleep problems for your child/young person. Children aged 0-5 years old Health visitors The 0-19 School Nursing and Health Visiting Service accepts referrals of children aged 2-5 years (pre-school) for specialist sleep support. Many of the staff have received training to give advice and tips. There are also a small number of specialist sleep practitioners in the service. They accept referrals from professionals or other health visitors once they have undertaken the basic sleep hygiene work. Referrals… Parenting Hub Some of the Parenting Specialists in the Parenting Hub have undergone sleep training by the Children’s Sleep Charity. They can deliver direct sleep clinics and support families to create an individual action plan. They do regular follow-up calls whilst the plan is put into action…

  • Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Supported Internships

    information, go to www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship . Additional support provided: If additional support is required (outside the employer making reasonable adjustments), then an application to Access to Work can be completed for an assessment. A Disability Confident Employer (see https…. www.gov.uk/find-traineeship Additional support provided: If additional support is required (outside the employer making reasonable adjustments), then an application to Access to Work can be completed for an assessment. How to apply: www.gov.uk/find-traineeship Supported Internships Supported internships… people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities aged 16 to 24 years with an EHC Plan who want to move into employment and need extra support to do so. Supported Internships are unpaid and last for one year. What is involved: Alongside their time at the employer, young people complete a study…

  • One to One support from Sheffield Family Hubs

    A Council-run service providing support across all areas of need. Supports children 0–5 years and Parents/ carers. The team offer extra help for you and your family. Workers can visit you at home to support you with your children’s behaviour and with setting boundaries, with accessing support around children with additional needs and with access to housing and benefits advice. If you feel your family could benefit from this, please contact the team to discuss how they may be able to help you or speak to your health care professional. How to refer Everyone is welcome to attend events at Family Hubs . Telephone: 0114 273 5665 Email: SheffieldFamilyHubs@sheffield.gov.uk…

  • Support for young people released from custody

    . They can get support to find a job or training. Here's what they can get: Help with education, training, and jobs: This is from the Education, Training and Employment (ETE) team. They can answer questions and help find things like college courses, apprenticeships, or work programs. Support from…

  • Supporting Young People with Sexuality and Gender Identity

    can change over time helps you support your teen as they grow and explore their feelings. LGBTQ+ LGBTQ+ is the acronym referring to all gender identities, expressions, orientations and variations in sex characteristics that are not cisgender or heterosexual, or don’t fit within the male/female… are some ways you can support your child or young person. Listen and communicate It takes a lot of courage for a child or young person to talk about their sexuality or gender identity. Listening is a great way to show you care and help them feel accepted. Let them talk at their own pace, and ask… and discover themselves, and offer encouragement along the way. Your support and patience can help them feel confident and accepted. Respect their privacy Respecting your child's privacy means giving them space to share about their sexuality and gender identity when they're ready. Avoid prying…

  • Parenting support

    A Council-run service to help with social care. Referral reason: Parents and carers would like some practical advice and support with parenting. People involved: The parenting team Offer:There are a range of services on offer including online parenting courses, discussion groups and parenting programmes. A selection of discussion groups also run in different languages. Programmes include: ASD Incredible Years Programme Changing negative behaviours into positive behaviours Positive parenting for children with a disability Sheffield Parent Hub | Sheffield (sheffielddirectory.org.uk) How to refer Parents can self-refer for parenting support. Schools, other education settings and services can also contact the team on a parent’s behalf. Email: sheffieldparenting@sheffield.gov.uk Tel: 0114 205 7243 www.sheffield.gov.uk/parenting …

  • Support available to children accessing education

    with the child and their parent/carer. This is to get their thoughts and feelings. This should happen as soon as possible. think about an education plan. Look at referring to a health service and early help. This plan should include any help and support for the parent/carer. When a parent or child… Champions Schools working with Healthy Minds and/or the Mental Health Support Teams have at least 1 Mental Health Champion. Many schools have also introduced student mental health champions. They work with staff to create a healthy mind environment. This is so children feel supported and can access information. Door 43 Door 43 is a Service for 13–25-year-olds. It supports those with emotional wellbeing issues. It provides early help and low-level support. It isn’t a crisis service and does not provide 24/7 responses. They provide: counselling social prescribing a Wellbeing café…

  • If all support has been tried for children who cannot attend school due to medical needs

    Local Authority and Health Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Panel If all support has been tried, the Inclusion and Attendance Officer will go to the Local Authority and Health MDT panel. This is to look at alternative education not on school site, or a mix of school and alternative education. The Local Authority and Health MDT panel will: Confirm that the reason for the child being unable to go to school is due to their health needs Confirm the child or young persons treatment plan Check the level of support tried means support over and above what is available to all children… with the school/academy. The type of education provision will depend on: the health need assessments completed treatment plans provided where the child is receiving their treatment. All plans and support will be short term. The aim is to get the child back in education at their named school…

  • Support with Managing your Money

    Links and downloads Many people are struggling with rising living costs. That's why it's important to know what help and support is available now that could benefit you, a relative, friend or neighbour. Get advice from the Council webiste. Sheffield City Council: Cost of Living Support . If you need help to manage your money there are ways you can get support, and ways you can make it easier for any person you want to help you. If you want advice about how to manage your money better there are organisations that can help. Help with budgeting, paying bills and managing your debts . This information may help if you’re thinking you need help to manage your finances now, or if you want to make it easier for others to help you in the future. Some support requires that you’re able to make decisions for yourself. This is also called mental capacity. A person does not have…

  • Services to support you and your family

    Raising a family is the most important job anyone can do. It has amazing rewards but it can also be very challenging. At some point you may need some extra help. On this page you will find links to services in Sheffield that can offer support to you and your Family.…