All of Us is a partnership working in Edinburgh to raise awareness of neglect and make sure that all of us know where to turn for help with parenting or if we have concerns about a child. It involves
Download All of Us campaign toolkit resources
Help raising children
Looking after a child is not always easy and it’s ok to ask for help.
As a parent or carer, you may be facing more challenges than usual just now and help is available.
How to get help
Please contact us if
- you are finding it hard to look after your children
- your family needs some extra help
- someone you know could do with the extra help.
NSPCC helpline
For parent advice and support or if you are concerned about someone else’s child visit NSPCC or phone
0808 800 5000
Weekdays between 8am and 10pm and weekends between 9am and 6pm. We understand the problems that families and children face, our team will help you get the advice or support you need.
Social Care Direct
If you need help or if you’re concerned about someone else’s child ask Social Care direct for advice contact
0131 200 2324
speak to your health visitor.
Parent Club
The Scottish Government’s Parent Club has put together information to help you and your family cope with changes to our daily lives.
Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution (SCCR)
If you are a parent or teenager and experiencing difficulties and conflict in relationships download SCCR top tips and support.
Scottish Welfare Fund crisis grant
Apply for a crisis grant from the Scottish Welfare Fund.
EVOC community support directory
There are lot of support services in local communities. Find out which support services are available in your area.
Local support and free or low-cost activities
Concerns about someone else’s child
Don’t wait until you are sure before sharing your worries.
If you suspect a child is in immediate danger phone
999.
Child Protection Scotland has more information on what to look out for.