Young People's Information SERVICES

Early Help & Prevention Service

Early Help is an early intervention/prevention service across Knowsley. Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub on 0151 443 2600 Option 1 then Option 1 again

Family Support Child Looked After (CLA) Service

We provide family time sessions for children and parents who are unable to live together.

One Knowsley

Volunteer Centre Knowsley

The First Step - IDSVA (Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocates)

The Knowsley IDSVA (Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocates) Service supports anybody (male and female) from the age of 16 and above who has experienced domestic abuse and has been ass

Young People Leaving Care

When you are due to leave care you will have access to a personal advisor to help you prepare for the next stage of your life.

Advocacy

NYAS stands for National Youth Advocacy Service, but we are known simply as NYAS.

AdvoCat - Coram Voice

AdvoCat helps put children and young people in touch with an ‘ Someone who can help ensure that a person is listened to, and that their rights, concerns and needs are acted upon. ’, someone who is here to make sure your voice is heard loud and clear.

Always Heard - Coram Voice

The national service in England that can provide an Someone who can help ensure that a person is listened to, and that their rights, concerns and needs are acted upon. to children and young people who cannot access the local advocacy support they are entitled to

Barnardo's - Believe in Children

Supporting young people - Leaving care, Homelessnes, Employment & Training, LGBTQ. Protecting Children

Children & Young People's Information, Advice & Support Services

National Information, Advice & Support Services for under 25's

MADE (Making a Difference Everywhere) Together

The views of care experienced children & young people in Knowsley.

National Citizen Service (NCS)

National Citizen Service (NCS) is a way for 15 to 17 year olds living in England and Northern Ireland to make extraordinary friendships, learn the skills they don’t teach you in class and create unforgettable memories. NCS is a unique two or three week full-time programme focused around fun and discovery, plus 30 hours committed to a community project that benefits both young people and society.

National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)

NYAS is a UK charity providing socio-legal services. We offer information, advice, advocacy and legal representation to children, young people and vulnerable adults through a network of dedicated paid workers and volunteers throughout England and Wales.

Preparing for Adulthood

The Preparing for Adulthood programme (PfA) is funded by the Department for Education as part of the delivery support for the Special Educational Needs and disability reforms.

Sexting: how to teach your child to stay safe

Information from the NSPCC: As a parent, it’s important to understand the risks of sexting so that you can talk to your child about how to stay safe and what to do if they ever feel scared or uncomfortable.

Sibs

Sibs exists to support people who grow up with or have grown up with a disabled brother or sister. info@sibs.org.uk 01535 645453

Stop Abuse Together

Child sexual abuse is a reality for thousands of children across our country, with at least one in ten estimated to experience sexual abuse before they turn 16.

The Mix

The Mix is the online guide to life for 16-25 year-olds in the UK. We provide non-judgmental support and information on everything from sex and exam stress to debt and drugs.

The National Association for Children of Alcoholics

Providing information, advice and support for everyone affected by a parent's drinking, whether a child, young person or adult.

Young Person's Advisory Service

Open access groups available for anyone in Knowsley. All other services are for those who live/or attend school in Liverpool or have a Liverpool GP

Young Person's Guide to the Children and Families Act 2014

Changes & provisions of the act and how they may affect children/families.

Young Sibs

For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

Youth Wellbeing Directory

Whether you're a young person, looking for help for yourself or someone you know, or whether you're a teacher trying to help a student find support, the Youth Wellbeing Directory provides a list of local and national organisations for anyone up to the age of 25, along with important information you may find helpful.