Support Agencies
Kinship is a charity that helps families where children are raised by relatives or family friends. Kinship supports carers by making sure they are listened to and helped. In East Sussex, Kinship offers extra help to families, including faster access to their advice line for carers.
You can find out more by visiting their website: Kinship
Family Hubs are places in East Sussex where families and young people can get advice and support. Learn more by visiting Family Hubs - East Sussex
The Family Rights Group has a confidential advice line for Kinship Carers. You can call them on 0808 801 0366 or visit www.frg.org.uk.
Family Action gives advice and information to families through their Family Line. You can call 0300 1800 090 or visit www.familyaction.org.uk.
Beacon House is a special service for young people, families, and adults. They help people who have experienced trauma and loss. Find out more at Beacon House.
There is a wide range of advice around SEN support that schools offer via our East Sussex Local Offer.
The Youth Employability Service (YES) in East Sussex helps young people who might find school or work difficult. They give friendly advice and support to help young people feel more confident and ready for learning, training, or getting a job in the future. They work with children and teens who may need extra help so they can succeed and do their best. YES
i-Rock is a support service for young people aged 14–25 in East Sussex. It offers a safe, welcoming space where young people can talk about anything affecting their wellbeing, including stress, anxiety, school or college worries, relationships, employment, or housing concerns. i-Rock