Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Support for Children and Families
For further information on other local services related to Coronavirus (COVID19) in Rotherham, please visit the Rotherham Council website: www.rotherham.gov.uk
Resources for Families to help support and reassure children during this time:
#COVIBOOK Supporting and reassuring children around the world
A short downloadable book to aid families with children under 7 years of age understand and discuss their emotions available in a range of languages
Dave the dog is worried about Coronavirus
This book aims to open up the conversation about coronavirus and some of the things they might be hearing about it and provide truthful information in a reassuring and child friendly manner.
Young Minds – talking to kids about C19
This is a clear video explaining to children about C19
Information, advice and support:
Tel: 0800 1111 9am to Midnight
Young Minds (Advice and Mental Health Support)
Parents Helpline 0808 802 5544 (Monday to Friday 9.30am – 4pm, free for mobiles and landlines)
Rotherham SEND
Local and National advice and support services available for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), their parents, families and others who support them.
Let’s Talk About it
Unfortunately, whilst rare, there are negative influencers and online groomers who use the internet, social media and online gaming to spread hate and extreme ideas. This is useful information for parents/guardians who are concerned about online radicalisation.
Victim Support
Victim Support are available for anyone who needs help or support following a crime.
National Government Guidance
Guidance for Vulnerable Children and Young People
If you are worried about a child
If there is no immediate risk of significant harm, please complete a worried about a child form with details of your concerns online at:
- Rotherham Safeguarding Children Partnership: http://www.rscp.org.uk/ The Rotherham Safeguarding Children Partnership and its Safeguarding Partners are continuing to ensure that children and young people are safeguarded and protected across Rotherham during this unprecedented time. The Partnership will be seeking assurances that agencies are working together effectively to protect frontline services, keep their staff safe and key services running.
- Rotherham Council: https://www.rotherham.gov.uk/child-protection/worried-child
You can also telephone the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (Mash) to discuss your concerns. We can help you decide if you need to make a referral Tel: 01709 336080