Children 1st is here for you
Children 1st supports children and families across Scotland in their homes, schools, local communities and through our five national services.
Children 1st Parentline is here to help any family in Scotland who is worried about their child. You can speak to Children 1st Parentline on the phone or online, or take a look at our advice pages for guidance about the issues families ring us about.
Children 1st Parentline can also put you in touch with our Money Wellbeing Team, who can offer you support, if you are struggling with money worries.
We also work with families in their local communities to help them keep their children safe, loved and well. We can offer families a range of support based on their individual needs. This might include through kitbag, creative kin and family group decision making.
National services
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Practical and emotional support for you and your family
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Our money wellbeing team can help families in Scotland struggling with money worries.
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Helping children stay safe and have fun in sport
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Outdoor wellbeing support for families
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Support for Scotland's safeguarders
Ways we work
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Every family, at some time, needs to make big decisions about their children
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Kitbag helps children and families to build and strengthen their relationships.
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Transforming care, justice and recovery for children