2023 - Aberdeen City - Whole Family Support Services

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Aberdeen City Council

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£5,299,227

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Health and social work services

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1 year ago

Description

Aberdeen City Council is seeking to commission whole family support services.
The aim is to provide a more integrated approach of support provisions to children, young people (0-18 years) and families whose home address is within the Aberdeen City boundary and times when a child is living outside on a temporary basis. To strengthen and coordinate early intervention services to children, young people, and families with the following needs:
-Families exposed to trauma
-Children in conflict with the law
-Children on the edge of care
-Children with disabilities
As part of the stakeholder engagement, those with lived experience were asked to complete a short questionnaire (supported by their services). The themes which were identified as important to those with lived experience included:
-Support Services in community
-Emotional support for parents and children
-Affordable activities for Children
-Financial and practical support
-Support with children who are not attending school
-Early mental health support
-Support with sensory needs and children with neurodiversity/ learning disability
The contract term is for two years with a three-year optional extension (2+1+1+1).

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