Fast Track Children's Hearings Pilot

Health and Social Care Partnership

RESOURCE BOOKLET

2016

RESOURCES 2016

In South Ayrshire a wide range of resources and specialist services is available to young people in the area and in addition to these there are ongoing plans to develop further services to support children and young people, therefore this list is open to changes and amendments.

Last update: 24 May 2016

This Booklet was compiled by: Elaine Armour, Resource Officer, South Ayrshire Council, Burns House, Burns Statue Square, Ayr. Telephone: 01292 614320.

Please contact the above for additional copies and if you wish any changes, insertions or deletions to the entries in this Booklet, thank you.

CONTENTS EXISTING SERVICES & PROGRAMMES

SECTION 1 PAGE

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Children & Families Management Team 1 PARTNERSHIP: Criminal Justice Team 1 CHILDREN’S SERVICES Children & Families Disability Team 2 Cunningham Place/Woodhead Road/ 2 Glenriddel Road Children’s Houses Family Centre 2 Family Placement & Adoption Team 3 Girvan Area Office 3 Initial Response Team 3 Intensive Outreach Team 4 Whitletts Area Team 4 Young People’s Support & Transition 4 Young People’s Support & Transition – Mediation 5 Young People’s Support & Transition - Youth Justice Diversion from Prosecution 5 Social Work Offices 6

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ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR: Anti Social Behaviour Team 7

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CHILDREN’S SUPPORT Aberlour Child Care Trust 8 SERVICES Ayrshire Children’s Contact Centre 8 Caris Ayrshire 8 Children’s Hear for U Advocacy Service (Barnardo’s) 9 Children 1st Girvan/Maybole Supporting 9/28 Children and Families Moving on Ayrshire 10/30 South Ayrshire Befriending Project 10 South Ayrshire Women’s Aid – Children And Young Persons Support Service 11 Spark of Genius 11 The Princess Royal Trust – South Ayrshire Young Carers Service 12 Who Cares? Scotland 12

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DRUG & ALCOHOL MISUSE: Ayrshire Council on Alcohol 14 Kyle Addiction Unit 14 NHS Addiction Services 15/36 South Ayrshire Alcohol & Drug Partnership 15

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EDUCATION/ Alpha Plus 17 COMMUNITY Autism Spectrum Support 17 iii

EDUCATION Care and Learning Team 17 Central Peripatetic Support Services 18 Complex Learning Needs 18 Employability and Skills Team 18/25 Home Link Team 19 Intensive Support Teaching Team 19 Joint Assessment Teams (JST’s) 19 Lifelong Learning 20 Nurture Groups 21 Other ASN Services 21 Psychological Service 21 Rathbone UK 22/25 Sleep Scotland Counselling Service - South Ayrshire 22/31 The Prince’s Trust – XL Clubs 23 Young Scot South Ayrshire 23 Campus Police Officers 23 SECTION 6

EMPLOYMENT: Access to Employment Ayr - 24 John Pollock Centre Access to Employment Ayr - 24 Lochside Leisure Centre Employability and Skills Team 25/18 Rathbone UK 25/22 Skills Development Scotland 25 Spark of Genius (Get Ready to Work) 26 Workable – New Deal for Disabled People 26 SECTION 7

FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES: Aberlour Family Service – South Ayrshire 27 Ayrshire Kinship Care Service 27 Barnardo’s South Ayrshire Family Resource 28 Services Children 1st Girvan/Maybole Supporting 28/9 Children and Families Family Mediation West (Ayrshire) 29 Gladys Beaton (Alternative Therapist) 29 Moving On Ayrshire 30/10 One Stop Shop 30 Shine Women’s Mentoring Service 31 Sleep Scotland Counselling Service - South Ayrshire 31/22 South Ayrshire Autistic Society 32 South Ayrshire Peer Mentoring Service 32 Stepping Stones for Families – Childmind Support & Development Services 32 Stepping Stone for Families – Money Advice Service – Carrick Area 33 Stepping Stone for Families – Play and Care Ayrshire 33 The Spark 34

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HEALTH: Letterbox Project 36 NHS Ayrshire and Arran iv

Addiction Services 36/15 Public Health Facilitator for Homeless Clients 37 Public Health Facilitator for LAAC 37 NHS Ayrshire and Arran School Nursing 38 Staff – South Ayrshire Sexual health Nurse for Learning Disabilities 39 Speech & Language Therapy Department 39

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HOUSING: Ayr Housing Aid 40 Quarriers 40 Youth Housing Support Group 40

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LEISURE & RECREATION: Domain Youth Centre 41 Girvan Youth Trust (Oasis) 41 Kincaidston Youth Café Project 42 RoomSixty Project 42 Target Leisure – Girvan 43

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MENTAL HEALTH: Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) 44

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OFFENDING PROGRAMMES: EEI and Procurator Fiscal Diversion Service 45

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Adventure Centre for Education (A.C.E.) 46 Duke of Edinburgh Award - New Start Project 46 The Prince’s Trust – Scotland 47 Venture Trust 47

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POLICE SCOTLAND Community Policing 48

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SCOTTISH FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE 49

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VICTIM SUPPORT: South Ayrshire Victim Support Scheme 50 Witness Service 50

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YOUTH WORK SERVICES South Ayrshire Youth Forum 51 Young Scot South Ayrshire 51 v

Youth Achievement 51 Ayr North Youth Projects 52 Prestwick and Troon Youth Projects 53 Carrick Youth Projects 53

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NEW ENTRIES & PROGRAMMES 54

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CARE PROVIDERS 55

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CHILD PROTECTION COMMITTEE MEMEBERS 61

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND WEBSITES 63

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES – CONTRACTED SERVICES

Children’s Support Services Page/s

Aberlour Child Care Trust 8

Barnardo’s Children’s Rights and Advocacy Service - ‘Hear 4 U’ 9

Children 1st – Girvan/Maybole Supporting Children and Families Service 9/28

South Ayrshire Befriending Project 10

South Ayrshire Women’s Aid – Children and Young People’s Support Service 11

Who Cares? Scotland 12

Family Support Services

Barnardo’s South Ayrshire Family Support Service 28

Family Mediation West (Ayrshire) 29

Gladys Beaton (bodyworks) 29

Housing

Quarriers 39 . Offending Programmes

SACRO – EEI and Procurator Fiscal Diversion Service 44

Care Providers

National Framework Agreement – Foster Care Services 58

National Framework Children’s Residential Care and Education Services 59

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SECTION 1 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP

Paula Godfrey, Head of Children’s Health, Care & Criminal Justice Health and Social Care Partnership County Buildings, Wellington Square, Ayr KA7 1DR Telephone: 01292 612244 [email protected] Fax: 01292 612261

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES MANAGEMENT TEAM

Lesley James, Manager, Children & Families Burns House, Burns Statue Square, Ayr KA7 1UT [email protected] Telephone: 01292 614321

Fiona MacDonald, Co-ordinator Telephone: 01292 612096 (Specialist Services) [email protected] Elaine Jarvie, Co-ordinator (Generic Services) Telephone: 01292 293855 [email protected]

Liz Christison, Quality Assurance Review Officer Telephone: 01292 612074 [email protected] Vacant, Quality Assurance Review Officer Telephone: 01292 293834 @south-ayrshire.gov.uk Angela Dorrans, Quality Assurance Review Officer Telephone: 01292 293841 [email protected]

Management Support Office Telephone: 01292 616127

CRIMINAL JUSTICE TEAM

Nancy McNeil, Criminal Justice Manager, Burns House, Burns Statue Square, Ayr KA7 1UT [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612783

Contacts: Team Leader, responsibility for Unpaid Work - Helen Lavelle [email protected] Team Leader, responsibility for Court – Mark Gaffney [email protected] Team Leader, responsibility for Throughcare – Brenda Donnachie [email protected]

Telephone: 01292 289749 Address: McAdam House, 34 Charlotte Street, Ayr KA7 1EA Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area

The Ayrshire Criminal Justice Social Work Partnership will strive to develop and improve quality services for the people of Ayrshire which will increase community safety, whilst reducing unnecessary custody whenever possible.

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES DISABILITY TEAM

Contacts: Fiona Dalziel, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612031 Address: John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Community Campus, Mainholm Road, Ayr KA8 6QD Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area

The team has been developed as a specialised team to offer support to children and families who are significantly affected by disability. Services are targeted in a way that promotes family life, individual needs and the rights of the child. The team works collaboratively with key partner agencies in health and education to reduce disadvantage and promote care and support. The team access a range of provision from both local authority and the private sector, which enables them to provide a flexible response to individual family needs.

CUNNINGHAM PLACE/WOODHEAD ROAD/GLENRIDDEL ROAD CHILDREN’S HOUSES

Contact: Linda Given, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 614336 Address: 28 Cunningham Place, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: Up to age 18 years Method of referral: Social Work Referral, GARF

Cunningham Place, Woodhead Road and Glenriddel Road are the Council run residential services for children and young people who require to be accommodated. The service offers residential care for up to 6 children and young people at Cunningham Place and 6 places at Woodhead Road, Coylton, with two additional places in their satellite unit at Glenriddel Road. The Outreach Service (referred to elsewhere) is part of Initial Response Service.

FAMILY CENTRE

Contacts: Area Team Leaders Telephone: 01292 288645 Address: Wills Road, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area

The Family Centre’s Aims and Objectives are to provide children and their families with early preventative therapeutic interventions that will seek to protect and promote the welfare of the most vulnerable children in our local community. The Family Centre will strive to work in a multi-agency manner and will encourage an integrated approach to the assessment of need of children referred. Early years intervention by the Family Centre and their partners will seek to put into place action plans that will, wherever possible, prevent a child becoming a child in need.

FAMILY PLACEMENT AND ADOPTION TEAM

Contact: Andrew Craig, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 267675/01292 293847 Address: 181 Whitletts Road, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area

The Family Placement and Adoption Team have developed over the years to provide both Adopters and Foster Carers with support, advice and guidance. The Team undertake all assessments for Foster Carers and has a 2 weekly cycle of support in place for Foster Carers with a named worker. All assessments for Adoption are undertaken by the Team including applicants who are planning to adopt babies and are involved with Glasgow and West of Scotland Baby Adoption Service in Glasgow. Adoption support is also offered and we have links with voluntary agencies who can assist with searching for origins. A recent addition to the Team has been assessment for Kinship Carers and reviews. We recognise the benefit from children remaining with families whenever possible and a worker will engage with prospective Kinship Carers to ensure the well being and safety of the child is paramount.

GIRVAN AREA OFFICE

Contact: Anne Shanks, Team Leader - Girvan/Maybole Team [email protected] Telephone: 01465 716123/ 712299 Fax: 01465 716101 Address: 17 Knockcushan Street, Girvan Catchment area: Girvan and South Carrick

To promote children’s social, emotional, physical health and well being. Working in partnership with families to promote “good enough” parenting and a quality of life, which enables children and young people to remain safely within their own homes/communities.

INITIAL RESPONSE TEAM

Contact: Dawn Swan, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 293872 Address: Family Centre, Wills Road, Ayr Catchment area: All localities

The Initial Response Service for Children and Families Services is a central point for which all concerns about children and young people are received and assessed. All Social Workers within South Ayrshire are part of a "Duty" Service to ensure a timeous and appropriate response to children who are at risk of harm and or neglect.

The Children and Families Initial Response Service is committed to ensuring that children receive the help when they need it, and an immediate same day response will always be provided for children where there are Child Protection concerns.

INTENSIVE OUTREACH TEAM

Contact: Dawn Swan, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 293872 Address: Family Centre, Wills Road, Ayr Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 11 – 16 year olds Method of referral: Weekly Screening Resource Group

The aims of the service are to provide in partnership with others, a flexible and responsive service to families in crisis, to prevent family breakdown and avoid the unnecessary accommodation of young people up to age of 16. Also to help with the transition from care, back into the family community. In partnership with social workers and other relevant others, the team can provide intensive support and input at times of particular stress and crisis, within the family. The Team can assist families to develop links with more appropriate longer-term supports, and assist families to participate in the formulation of mutually agreed support plans.

WHITLETTS AREA TEAMS

Contacts: Elaine McKay, Temp Team Leader – Ayr South Team [email protected] Pauline McPherson, Team Leader – Ayr North Team [email protected] Liz Paterson, Team Leader – Prestwick/Troon Team [email protected] Telephone: 01292 267675 Fax: 01292 284711 Address: 181 Whitletts Road, Ayr

YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUPPORT & TRANSITIONS SERVICE

Contact: Lizette Van Zyl, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612721 Address: McAdam House, 34 Charlotte Street, Ayr KA7 1EA Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 12 – 21 year olds Method of referral: Social Worker, Whole Systems Approach Forum

The Young People’ Support and Transitions Service works with young people aged between 15 – 21 years who are/were looked after or accommodated by the local authority, and young homeless people requiring assistance. YPS&T offer individual support, group work opportunities and provide information on a range of issues. Specialist Social Workers work with young people between the 12 – 17 years (Youth Justice) to undertake the assessments, compile reports and case manage all referrals from the Reporter to persistent and serious offenders. 4

YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUPPORT & TRANSITIONS SERVICE MEDIATION

Contact: Ann Allan, Mediation Co-ordinator [email protected] Telephone: 01292 614336 Address: McAdam House, 34 Charlotte Street, Ayr KA7 1EA Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 15 – 21 year olds Method of referral: Open referral system

Since February 2000 a dedicated Social Worker was appointed to the Young People’s Support and Transitions Service to mediate between young people, parents, carers and extended family where homelessness exists.

YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUPPORT & TRANSITIONS SERVICE YOUTH JUSTICE DIVERSION FROM PROSECUTION SCHEME

Contact: Fiona Berry, Diversion Co-ordinator [email protected] Telephone: 01292 660000 Address: McAdam House, 34 Charlotte Street, Ayr KA7 1EA Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 16 – 17 year olds Method of referral: Procurator Fiscal

The basis for the development of a Diversion from Prosecution Scheme rests on recognition that some offenders experience personal factors which contribute to their offending behaviour. Identifying these root causes and providing appropriate help, at an early stage, could enable them to move on to a more positive and responsible way of life and prevent recurrence of offending.

SOCIAL WORK OFFICES ADDRESS TELEPHONE Health and Social Care 181 Whitletts Road, Ayr KA8 0GU 01292 267675 Partnership – Children & Families Area Office Community Care Team Ayr John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, 01292 281993 South Area Office Ayr KA8 0QD Community Care Team Ayr John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, 01292 612088 North Area Office Ayr KA8 0QD Health and Social Care 17/19 Knockcushan Street, Girvan 01465 712299 Partnership – Children & KA26 9AG Families Girvan Area Office Maybole Area Office 70c High Street, Maybole KA19 7BZ 01655 883293 Prestwick Area Office Biggart Hospital, Biggart Road, 01292 470099 Prestwick KA9 2HQ Ayrshire Social Work Out of Outside Office Hours Only 0800 328 7758 Hours Enquiry & Information Team 0300 123 0900 Welfare Rights Team John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, 01292 559441 Ayr KA8 0QD

SECTION 2 ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR TEAM

Contact: Linda Warwick, Principal Community Safety Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01292 559403 Address: Economy, Neighbourhood & Environment, 1st Floor John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, Ayr KA8 0QD Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 12 + year olds Method of referral: Through Local Authority

The Antisocial Behaviour Team is committed to tackling antisocial behaviour through a problem-solving multi-agency approach. The team works closely with Strathclyde Police, other Council Departments, Landlords and Voluntary Agencies to find local solutions to the local problems presented by antisocial behaviour. There are close links with the Community Support Officers in the areas where these are working. The Team will focus on using preventative and diversionary methods to resolve antisocial behaviour problems, but will take enforcement action where appropriate. The service provided extends across all housing tenures including home owners, council tenants, tenants of registered landlords and private tenants and includes access to a variety of resources, including mediation, victim and witness support services.

SECTION 3 CHILDREN’S SUPPORT SERVICES

ABERLOUR CHILD CARE TRUST (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Kirsty Aitken, Manager Telephone: 01292 671971 Address: Ardfin Respite Unit, Prestwick Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 0 – 19 year olds Method of referral: Social Work

The Aberlour Child Care Trust is a national organisation. The Ardfin Respite unit is based in Prestwick and provides respite to children and young people with learning disabilities. Ardfin also offer Out of School and Outreach Community Support.

AYRSHIRE CHILDREN’S CONTACT CENTRE

Contact: Carol Carbry, Contact Centre Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01563 572429 Address: 1st Floor Office, 28/30 Grange Street, Kilmarnock Catchment area: Whole Ayrshire Area Age Group: Babies to 10 year olds plus Method of referral: Telephone

A place where young children of separated/divorced parents can spend time with the parent they do not live with, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

CARIS AYRSHIRE

Contact: Gordon McBain, Information Officer Victoria Davies, Development Officer [email protected] Telephone: 0345 351 3000 (local rate help line) Address: Springvale Resource Centre, Sannox Drive, Saltcoats KA21 6JG Catchment area: All Ayrshire Age Group: Birth – 16 year olds Method of referral: n/a

The Childcare and Recreation Information Service (CARIS – Ayrshire) provides information on all registered childcare across North, South and East Ayrshire including childminders, nurseries, playgroups, out of school care and pre-school education establishments. The service also has an online directory with information on areas including parenting and family support, health & wellbeing, child protection and holiday/leisure, both locally and nationally. The helpline operates Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 4.45pm and 9.00am – 4.30pm on Friday. For more information visit the website at www.scottishfamilies.gov.uk; Twitter: @CARISAyrshire / Facebook: CARIS Ayrshire

CHILDREN’S HEAR 4 U ADVOCACY SERVICE (BARNARDO’S) (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Selwyn McCausland, National Children’s Rights & Advocacy Manager Glynis Morris, Project Worker [email protected] Allison Andrew, Advocacy Worker [email protected] Telephone: 01292 285372 (0141 884 7896) Address: John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, Ayr KA8 0QD Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: under 18 years Method of referral: Telephone, write, visit office or e-mail

Hear 4 U aims to provide an independent accessible community based advocacy service for children and young people under eighteen who are living in South Ayrshire. It aims to promote children’s rights. Priority for advocacy is given to children and young people who are entering or involved in the children protection system. Those who are struggling with their emotional health and well-being and are subject to the terms of the Mental Health (Care & Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 or been admitted to a mental health ward on a voluntary basis including those currently accessing support from the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service . The service gives children and young people the opportunity to work with an independent advocate who has no involvement in the decision making process affecting them and provides them with support to ensure that they are able to have a voice and participate in these processes

CHILDREN 1st GIRVAN/MAYBOLE SUPPORTING CHILDREN & FAMILIES SERVICES (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Edie Scobie (Monday, Tuesday alternate Wednesdays) [email protected] Vacant (alternate Wednesdays, Thursday, Friday) @children1st.org.uk Telephone: 01465 710161 Address: Girvan Primary School, 7 Wesley Road, Girvan KA26 9DD Cathment Area: Girvan and Maybole (KA26 and KA19) Age Group: 0 – 11 year olds Method of referral: Locality Forums; direct from Child Protection

Service criteria Families with children pre-birth to 3 years who require targeted interventions Families with children aged 0-11 who require multi-agency intervention, specifically looked after children and children at risk Families with children age 0 - 11 where parents require parenting support Families with children age 0 - 5 who require childcare

Support activities Focused family support – contributing to multi-agency initial assessment, agreed work plan and three-monthly Service User Outcome progress reviews Childcare service – Monday to Friday in Girvan 9

Work with Children – includes therapeutic and life-story work Work with Parents – parenting skills and behaviour management using evidence based programmes Family play sessions – to support development of play “Communities Putting Children First” – community awareness raising sessions to promote the confidence of local people to support children and families

MOVING ON AYRSHIRE

Contact: Gwen Davey [email protected] Telephone: 01292 290546 Address: Eglinton Chambers, 21 Wellington Square, Ayr KA7 1EZ Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 14 years and above Method of referral: Open referrals

Moving on Ayrshire is a charity based in Ayr which provides a counselling service at locations throughout South Ayrshire. We offer survivors of sexual abuse and rape free one to one person-centred counselling in a safe environment which can enable them to address their issues and helps them work towards a healthier and happier future. In the immediate aftermath of rape we provide support and counselling to help victims deal with the complex feelings and emotions that have resulted from their trauma. Support and advice is available to family members or friends of survivors who are struggling to come to terms with what is happening to their loved ones. Website: www.movingonayrshire.com

SOUTH AYRSHIRE BEFRIENDING PROJECT (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Elaine Rennix, Senior Co-ordinator Fiona McKenzie and Lee Boyd, Co-ordinators [email protected] Telephone: 01292 264000 Address: 4A Citadel Place, Ayr KA7 1JN Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 8 – 18 years old Method of referral: Multi Agency/Local Forum or self-referral

The South Ayrshire Befriending Project is a local charity which supports socially isolated and excluded young people (aged 8 – 18) across South Ayrshire who have no or limited adult support to access recreational activities and are often affected by other issues such as Child Protection Procedures, drugs/alcohol, mental health problems and disabilities. By providing young people with an adult volunteer for up to 2 years on a 1:1 basis, meeting fortnightly, and accessing local activities and amenities their confidence and self-esteem is increased and they are encouraged to be involved in their local communities. They can also make new friends and develop social skills by attending the regular group activities facilitated by the Project. The Project is funded through a variety of grants and trusts. More information – www.southayrshirebefriending.org.uk

SOUTH AYRSHIRE WOMEN’S AID - CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S SUPPORT SERVICE (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Sharon Grant. Children & Young People’s Support Worker [email protected] Maureen Dunlop, Children & Young People’s Support Worker [email protected] Telephone: 01292 267067 Address: 28 Sandgate, Ayr KA7 1BW Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: Up to age 18 years Method of referral: Open

South Ayrshire Women’s Aid have developed a successful Outreach and Follow-on Service to provide emotional and practical support to children and young people up to the age of 18 years across South Ayrshire who experience Domestic Abuse to enable them to make sense of their individual situation. The service offers support through 1-2-1 work, peer group sessions and drop in. Children and young people are able to contact workers at times that suit them via phone, text, e-mail. South Ayrshire Women’s Aid work in partnership with other agencies maximising the support and service available to children and young people. More information: www.southayrshirewomensaid.org.uk

SPARK OF GENIUS

Contact: Zak McIlhargey, Director of Residential Services & Throughcare [email protected] Telephone: 0141 587 2710 Address: Trojan House, Phoenix Business Park, Paisley PA1 2BH Catchment area: Throughout Ayrshire and West/Central Scotland Age Group: 5 – 21 year olds Method of referral: Social Work

Spark of Genius is a national provider of long and short term residential care including respite placement options for children and young people with complex needs, social emotional and behavioural difficulties and with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Spark also offers Housing Support options for young people transitioning into adult life. Spark have a standalone Primary School in Ayrshire offering a full and varied SQA accredited curriculum alongside several Secondary school provisions offering both academic and vocational courses accredited by the SQA. Finally, Spark of Genius offers a Get Ready for Work Scheme in Ayrshire for young people looking to gain qualifications and move into further education and employment. www.sparkofgenius.com

THE PRINCESS ROYAL TRUST SOUTH AYRSHIRE YOUNG CARERS SERVICE

Contact: Loretta Galloway, Co-ordinator [email protected] Kayleigh Hamilton, Young Carers Information/Development Officer [email protected] [email protected] Telephone: 01292 263000 Address: 43 Sandgate, Ayr KA7 1DA Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 8 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Open door, telephone, post, fax or e-mail; Multi Agency

A ‘young carer’ worker’s post has been established to identify needs of young carers aged 8- 25 and provide support with outreach work with Education and Social Work.

Primary (every fortnight on a Tuesday from 4.00 – 5.30 pm) (as of Tuesday 2 February) S1-S2 (Tuesday’s from 4.00 – 5.30 pm) (as of Tuesday 9 February) S3-S4 (Wednesday’s from 4.00 – 5.30 pm) alternate Wednesday (from 3 February) S5-S6 (Thursday’s from 4.00 – 5.30 pm) (as of Thursday 4 February) Young Adult Group (Thursday’s from 5.00 – 8.30 pm) alternate Thursday (from 11 February)

The groups allow the young carers to get some ‘time out’ from their caring situation and to have some fun. Individual support is also available. Carers are offered confidential help, information, advice and support on a huge range of issues, which affect them. More information – www.carers.org/sayrshire

WHO CARES? SCOTLAND (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Denise McMillan (07932 101076), Leeanne Yeo / Sheryl Truesdale (07738 195692) Young Persons’ Workers [email protected]; [email protected] [email protected] Address: 16 Brewery Road, Kilmarnock KA1 3GZ Catchment area: South Ayrshire / Nationwide Age Group: 0 – 25 years Method of referral: Open referral

Who Cares? Scotland is a national voluntary organisation, established in 1978. We work with care experienced young people across Scotland and we seek to ensure they are engaged with their care journey; are supported to connect with wider networks of care experienced young people locally and nationally; and are empowered to speak up on behalf of themselves and the wider population of care experienced young people across Scotland. 12

We do this by:

 Providing relationship based, independent advocacy to care experienced young people up to 25 years of age.  Providing group based activities and other local opportunities for care experienced young people to make friends, have fun and understand how 'care' is part of who they are and their identity.  Campaigning, providing training and education programmes for corporate parents, and influencing national decision makers via policy and lobbying activists.

The organisation’s core work is the provision of independent advocacy, advice, support to and representation of young people who are or have been looked after and accommodated – we call these children and young people with care experience. Who Cares? Scotland works with the majority of Scotland’s Local Authorities and have a national network of experienced children and young person advocates. More information – www.whocaresscotland.org

SECTION 4 DRUG & ALCOHOL MISUSE

AYRSHIRE COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL

Contact: Kerry McGee, Service Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01292 281238 Address: 24 Fullarton Street, Ayr KA7 1UB Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 16+ Method of referral: Self-referral and multi agency groups

Ayrshire Council on Alcohol offers a confidential counselling/support/advice service for people who are affected by their own or someone else’s drinking. This service is provided by trained counsellors and is available in various locations throughout South Ayrshire. The service is client led and we will work with you to achieve abstinence or controlled drinking. ACA follow the Recovery Model and encourage Service Users to find alternatives to alcohol and to link in to the local Recovery groups.

KYLE ADDICTION UNIT

Contact: Senga Boyd, Senior Charge Nurse Telephone: 01292 513126/513124 Address: Loudoun House, Ailsa Hospital, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA6 6AB Catchment area: Ayrshire & Arran Health Authority Age Group: 16 + Method of referral: Written referral from NHS Addiction Community Services, NHS Mental Health Services, Social Work, Addaction, ACA and GP’s, no self referrals. Service users must be being seen by an Addiction or Mental Health Worker or GP

Loudoun House is a residential rehabilitation unit, which offers a service to men, and women aged sixteen + for service users, who have identified substance use problems co-existing with mental health problems. The function of Loudoun House is to offer support and enable service users to build on their strengths, to work through difficulties with substance and mental health issues, enabling them to achieve stability in these areas and improved their quality of life. Through group and individual work, service users are enabled to identify positive coping strategies and help them recognise they can utilise these in their own environment. Follow on support is then provided by NHS Addiction Services Community Teams.

NHS ADDICTION SERVICES

Contact: Jamie McCaughie, Team Leader [email protected] Telephone: 01292 559800 Address: NHS Addiction Services, Ailsa Hospital, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA6 6AB Catchment area: Ayrshire & Arran Health Authority Age Group: 16 + Method of referral: We have an open referral system. This means that you can be Referred by any agency you have been in contact with, or you can Refer yourself.

Alcohol and drug misuse can affect physical and mental health, relationships, employment as well as a person’s ability to cope with everyday life. Age, family support, lifestyle, personality and personal beliefs may also determine how drugs or alcohol affect someone.

Recovery means different things to different people and no two people will have the same journey of recovery. NHS Addiction Services can help someone to move towards understanding how to promote, support and interpret their recovery from problematic substance use.

Experience has shown that recovery is all about giving people the tools to become active in their own health care. It is about having the belief, drive and commitment that people can and do recover control of their lives.

Many factors will help in personal recovery. Our staff will work with an individual to support their recovery by offering a range of different treatment support packages: Mental health and addictions Physical and sexual health and addictions Prescribing of substitute medication and follow up support Naloxone training Detoxification from opiates and alcohol Alcohol relapse management Alcohol brief interventions Occupational Therapy interventions

SOUTH AYRSHIRE ALCOHOL AND DRUG PARTNERSHIP

Contact: Faye Murfet, South Ayrshire ADP Coordinator Email: [email protected] Address: County Buildings, Wellington Square, Ayr, KA7 1DR Telephone: 01292 612417 Catchment area: South Ayrshire For Information: www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/adp

The Alcohol and Drug Partnership (ADP) is a thematic group of South Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership. The ADP consists of senior members from organisations in South Ayrshire who coordinate strategic planning in order to reduce the harm rising from alcohol and drug misuse. 15

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (0845 769 7555) – www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

AL-ANON (0207 4030 888) – www.al-anonuk.org.uk

DRINKLINE (0800 917 8282)

COCAINE ANONYMOUS (0800 61202225) – www.cauk.org.uk

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (0300 9991212) – www.ukna.org

SECTION 5 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

ALPHA PLUS

Contact: Derek England, Acting Principal Teacher [email protected] Telephone: 01292 616220 Address: The Domain, Glenmuir Place, Ayr KA8 9RP Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 15 – 16 year olds Method of Referral: Central Admissions Group (CAG)/Locality Forums

The Alpha Plus programme is based at The Domain, Ayr and offers an alternative curriculum for S4 pupils. The programme includes English, Mathematics, Administration, Hospitality, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, Career’s Scotland, work experience opportunities, College tasters, Outward-bound Courses, Health Education and I.T.

AUTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORT

Contact: Jacqui Ward, Principal Educational Psychologist [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612819 Address: Queen Margaret Academy, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA7 3TL Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: Primary Method of Referral: Central Admissions Group (CAG)

Primary School age children with a diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism can be considered for a place at the specialist provision base at Doonfoot Primary School

CARE AND LEARNING TEAM

Contact: Derek England, Acting Principal Teacher [email protected] Telephone: 01292 616220 Address: Braehead Primary School, Gould Street, Ayr KA8 9PJ Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: Nursery – Secondary School Age Method of Referral: Central Admissions Group (CAG)/Locality Forums

Supports children with social, emotional and behavioural needs who may also be on the Looked After and Accommodated database. The aim of the Care and Learning Team’s intervention is to support the inclusion of South Ayrshire’s most vulnerable pupils and where appropriate to support the re-integration of pupils into mainstream schools.

CENTRAL PERIPATETIC SUPPORT SERVICES

Contact Jacqueline Ferguson, Principal Teacher [email protected] Telephone: 01292 294192 Address: Kincaidston Primary School, Cranesbill Court, Ayr KA7 3YP Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: Nursery – Secondary School Age Method of Referral: Open

The Central Peripatetic Support Services (CPSS) consists of a number of specialist teachers who provide support to children and young people with additional support needs across the authority. The team consists of six disciplines offing specialist support in the following areas: Early Years Home Visiting (0-3yrs); English as an Additional Language (nursery & school age); Specific Language and Communication (preschool and early years); Visual Impairment (from birth to school leaving age). (Hearing impairment support can be accessed at Crosshouse Education Centre, Playingfield Road, Crosshouse KA2 0JJ, telephone: 01563 536296)

COMPLEX LEARNING NEEDS

Contact: Jacqui Ward, Principal Educational Psychologist [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612819 Address: Queen Margaret Academy, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA7 3TL Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 3 – 19 year olds Method of Referral: Central Admissions Group (CAG)

Southcraig and Invergarven School offers places to children between 3 and 19 years of age. To be considered for a place a child or young person must be in need of intense small group support.

EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS TEAM

Contact: Jamie Tait/Maureen Wallace, Senior Employability & Skills Advisors [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612301 Address: South Ayrshire Council, Employability & Skills Team, Newton House, 30 Green Street Lane, Ayr KA8 8BH Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 16 – 21+ year olds Method of referral: Multi agency

South Ayrshire Council Employability and Skills Team provide a range of flexible services to support young people’s transitions to the world of work. This includes extended school work experience, confidence building and personal development, work placements, one to one support and modern apprenticeships. For more information visit: http://ww20.south- ayrshire.gov.uk/corporateservices/HR/employability/SitePages/Home.aspx

HOME LINK TEAM

Contact: Marisa Doherty, Acting Principal Teacher [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612089 Address: Braehead Primary School, Gould Street, Ayr KA8 9PJ Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: All children and young people Referral: Locality Forums/ASN Management Group

Home Link Workers may support parents/carers/ children and schools when there are issues which are affecting the child’s ability to cope. Type of support varies according to need but may involve home visits, supporting parents to improve communication with school, individual or group work with children/young people in school or in the community and putting parents/carers in touch with other support services.

The team are based in Braehead Primary School but work across the whole of South Ayrshire. There are six Home Link Workers at present, with allocation being by post code within clusters.

INTENSIVE SUPPORT TEACHING TEAM

Contact: Marisa Doherty, Acting Principal Teacher [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612089 Address: Braehead Primary School, Gould Street, Ayr KA8 9PJ Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: P1 – S4 Referral: Locality Forums/ASN Management Group

For South Ayrshire pupils who are experiencing significant social, emotional and behavioural barriers to inclusion within a school environment. The intervention remit of the Intensive Support Team is to support and where appropriate to facilitate the re-integration of pupils back into mainstream schools. The IS Team works with pupils from primary up to S4 in secondary school.

JOINT SUPPORT TEAMS (JST’S)

All Secondary Schools and many Primary Schools in South Ayrshire use Joint Support Teams as part of their staged intervention process to support pupils. A Joint Support Team has inter-agency core membership and will be convened for a pupil at Stage 3. The remit of Joint Support Teams is to develop strategies to meet the needs of individual pupils. Joint Support Teams are attended by the Educational Psychologist, School Nurse.

SCHOOL CONTACT ADMINISTRATIVE TEL. NO TEAM LEADER

Prestwick Academy George Docherty Vivien Rodgers (based at (01292) 477121 New Dykes Road Depute Head Marr College – 01292 Prestwick KA9 2LB 311082)

Queen Margaret Academy Denis McFadden Eddie Main (based at (01292) 612020 Dalmellington Road Depute Head Kyle Academy - 01292 Ayr KA7 3TL 262234)

Marr College Graeme Hobson Vivien Rodgers (based at (01292) 311082 Dundonald Road Assistant Depute Head Marr College – 01292 Troon KA10 7AB 311082)

Kyle Academy Elaine Reilly Eddie Main (based at (01292) Overmills Road Depute Head Kyle Academy - 01292 262234612338 Ayr KA7 3LR 612338)

Girvan Academy Alex Scott Caroline Cuthbert (based (01465) 716816 The Avenue Pupil Support Co- at Carrick Academy – Girvan KA26 9DW ordinator/Deputy Head 01655 883003) Teacher

Belmont Academy Alan Bryden Evelyn Fairbairn (based at (01292) 612054 Belmont Road Depute Head Ayr Academy - 01292 Ayr KA7 2PG 612028)

Carrick Academy Jonathon Rusk Caroline Cuthbert (based (01655) 883003 Kirkoswald Road Depute Head at Carrick Academy – Maybole KA19 8BP 01655 883003)

Ayr Academy Nick Quinn Evelyn Fairbairn (based at (01292) 612028 Fort Street Depute Head Ayr Academy 01292 Ayr KA7 1HX 612028)

LIFELONG LEARNING

Contact: Ronnie Sinclair – CLD Team Leader for the Carrick Area [email protected] Lucy Gash –CLD Team Leader for Ayr Area [email protected] Rhonda Leith, CLD Team Leader for Troon/Prestwick [email protected] Telephone: 01465 716600 / 01292 559429 / 01292 263304 Address: Opportunities Centre, Henrietta Street, Girvan / Community Learning & Development, John Pollock Centre, Ayr KA8 0QD The Learning Shop in Ayr, 2 New Bridge Street, Ayr KA7 1JX Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: All age groups Method of referral: Self referral

Community Learning and Development delivers non-formal; community based learning opportunities for both young people and adults.

NURTURE GROUPS

Contact: Jacqui Ward, Principal Educational Psychologist [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612819 Address: Queen Margaret Academy, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA7 3TL Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 5-12 year olds Method of referral: Through school pupil support co-ordinators or Head Teachers, parent referral, referral through other services e.g. Health

Four Primary Schools: Newton, Heathfield, Braehead and Girvan have Nurture Groups for children P1-P7. Nurture Groups are small group interventions that aim to help children to develop the emotional and social skills and confidence to be ready to learn.

OTHER ASN SERVICES

Contact: Ian Leishman, Co-ordinator (Pupil Support) [email protected] (Cluster: Prestwick, Marr, Kyle and Queen Margaret Academy) Scott Mulholland, Co-ordinator (Pupil Support) [email protected] (Cluster: Ayr, Belmont, Carrick and Girvan Academy) Telephone: 01292 612785 / 01292 612504 Address: County Buildings, Wellington Square, Ayr KA7 1DR Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: All age groups Method of Referral: Central Admissions Group (CAG)

Services are available to provide children with education whilst they are in hospital or are too ill to attend school. Support is available for children who are also young carers and for families considering home education

PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICE

Contact: Jacqui Ward, Principal Educational Psychologist [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612819 Address: Queen Margaret Academy, Dalmellington Road, Ayr KA7 3TL Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 0-24 year olds Method of referral: Through school and nursery pupil support co-ordinators or Head Teachers, parent referral, referral through other services e.g. Health

The Service is a statutory part of the local council. It provides advice and support to Educational establishments, to families, children and other agencies in South Ayrshire

21 about children and young people with additional support needs in the 0 – 24 age range. The Service applies psychological knowledge, skills and expertise to help bring about positive change, raise educational attainment and wider achievement and to support inclusion. Additional support needs can include social, emotional and behavioural, mental health and learning needs. Educational Psychologists generally work by supporting the adults closest to the child or young person. They work through consultation (joint-problem solving meetings) to develop strategies and contribute to the knowledge skills and expertise of teaching staff, parents and other agencies. The service also delivers interventions carries out research and delivers training on a wide range of topics.

RATHBONE UK

Contact: Margaret Bryson, Youth Programme Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01563 555010 Address: 11-15 Old Irvine Road, Kilmarnock KA1 2BD Catchment area: Throughout Ayrshire Age Group: 14+ Method of referral: Self-referral; Multi agency

Rathbone UK is a national organisation giving young people, who are experiencing significant disadvantages, the right opportunities to learn and achieve. For further information – www.rathboneuk.org

SLEEP SCOTLAND COUNSELLING SERVICE SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contact: Sarah Hay, Sleep Counsellor - [email protected] Karen Davis, Sleep Counsellor – [email protected] Telephone: 07944 268 623 (Sarah) / 07969 159 058 (Karen) Address: CPSS, Kincaidston PS, Cranesbill Court, Ayr KA7 3YP Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: birth – 16 years Method of referral: Parents, Carers or by Health Professionals Sleep Scotland Counsellors are trained to provide support to families of children and young people, birth – 16 years, who have additional support needs and severe sleep problems.

It is acknowledged that sleep deprivation can have a devastating effect on the whole household. It can negatively impact upon parental health and the ability of parents to care for all their children. Sleep deprivation is often the cause of family break-up. There is little in the way of night-time respite care available.

The Sleep Counselling Service

Sleep problems can be effectively treated using specially adapted behavioural and cognitive techniques. Sleep Counsellors work closely with parents and carers devising sleep programmes and providing advice and support to families as they work to improve or resolve their children’s sleep difficulties.

THE PRINCE’S TRUST – XL CLUB

Contact: Ayr Academy Telephone: 01292 261562 Belmont Academy Telephone: 01292 281733/4 Carrick Academy Telephone: 01655 882389 Girvan Academy Telephone: 01465 713008 Marr College Telephone: 01292 311082 Queen Margaret Academy Telephone: 01292 268379

Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 14 – 17 year olds Method of Referral: School Referral

A team-based programme of personal development for S3 and S4 students who are facing a range of difficulties at schools, such as truanting, risk of exclusion and underachieving should benefit from the programme.

YOUNG SCOT SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contact: Ann Shaw, Youth Information Assistant [email protected] Brian Borland, Senior Youth Worker [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612421 (Laura); 01292 612788 (Ann); 01292 559390 (Brian) Address: Young Scot South Ayrshire, John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, Ayr KA8 0QD Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 12 – 26 year olds

More information – www.youngscot.org/local www.facebook.com/YoungScotSA www.twitter.com/YoungScotSA ; Email: [email protected]

CAMPUS POLICE OFFICERS

Constable Laura Page Kyle Academy Tel: 01292 262234 Constable Stevie Gilmour Belmont Academy Tel: 01292 281733 Constable Ben Brizell Ayr Academy Tel: 01292 261562 Constable Holly Shivas Marr College Tel: 01292 311082 Constable William Porter Carrick Academy Tel: 01655 882389 Constable Grant Collins Prestwick Academy Tel: 01292 477121

SECTION 6 EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING

ACCESS TO EMPLOYMENT AYR – John Pollock Centre

Contact: John Reid [email protected] Telephone: 01292 283935 Address: John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road, Ayr KA8 0QD Catchment area: Throughout Ayrshire Age Group: All ages Method of referral: Self-referral; Multi agency

Access To Employment is a charitable agency providing high quality training and employment opportunities. Unemployed clients can access a variety of certified training including – Administration, Childcare, Customers Services, Social Care and Customised training packages designed to meet the clients individual needs. We also offer an extensive I.T. facility, which can cater for every need from the basic to the advanced. Providing a comprehensive Job Search and Skills Development provision to help clients gain employment and a high quality childcare facility to support the client’s needs. Website: www.acctoemp.org.uk; Facebook: facebook.com/Access To Employment Ayr Twitter: twitter.com/acctoemp

ACCESS TO EMPLOYMENT AYR – Lochside Learning Centre

Contact: Samantha Brown [email protected] Telephone: 01292 267381 / mobile: 07724395278 Address: Lochside Learning Centre, Lochside Road, Ayr KA8 9LH Catchment Area: Ayrshire Age Group: 16+ Method of Referral: Self-referral; multi agency Opening Times: Mon – Thurs 9 a.m. – 3.45 pm; Frid – 9 a.m. – 2.45 pm

Lochside Learning Centre provides a friendly, relaxed environment for individuals to access the facilities. Our I.T suite currently has 12 computers for use. We offer a wide range of courses and liaise with external agencies to create an information hub giving you help and advice on a range of subjects including employability, volunteering, finance, benefits, leisure and health. Working in partnership with Ayrshire College and Community Learning and Development we also offer courses in Care, Hospitality and Retail. We aim to equip our clients with the skills needed to sustain training, education and employment opportunities. Monday: Drop-in service/Youth Employability Hub Tuesday: Drop-in service Wednesday: Work Club/ Drop-in service Thursday: Intro to I.T/ ECDL/ Drop-in service Friday: Drop-in service For list of times for above services please contact Learning Centre Co-ordinator Samantha Brown. Website: www.acctoemp.org.uk; Facebook: facebook.com/Access To Employment Ayr; Twitter: twitter.com/acctoemp

EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS TEAM

Contact: Jamie Tait/Maureen Wallace, Senior Employability & Skills Advisors [email protected] Telephone: 01292 612301 Address: South Ayrshire Council – Employability & Skills Team, Newton House, 30 Green Street Lane, Ayr KA8 8BH Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 16 – 21+ year olds Method of referral: Multi agency

South Ayrshire Council Employability and Skills Team provide a range of flexible services to support young people’s transitions to the world of work. This includes extended school work experience, confidence building and personal development, work placements, one to one support and modern apprenticeships. For more information visit:http://ww20.south- ayrshire.gov.uk/corporateservices/HR/employability/SitePages/Home.aspx

RATHBONE UK

Rathbone UK is a national organisation giving young people, who are experiencing significant disadvantages, the right opportunities to learn and achieve.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND

Contact: Pat McPhee [email protected] Telephone: 01563 527165 Address: Kilmarnock SDS Centre, 55 John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock KA1 1BH Catchment area: East, North and South Ayrshire Age Group: 16 – 19 year olds Method of referral: Multi agency

Specialist Work Coaches – this is an intensive support service provided by a Skills Development Scotland Work Coaches (WC), for those unemployed young people who require help to find and sustain a labour market opportunity. The WC will assist in development employability skills, and addressing the multi faceted barriers often faced by young people in the area. The aim is to prepare young people to take up and sustain employment, education and training.

SPARK OF GENIUS

Contact: Sharon Winning, Get Ready for Work Manager [email protected] Telephone: 0141 587 2710 Address: Trojan House, Phoenix Business Park, Paisley PA1 2BH Catchment area: Throughout Ayrshire Age Group: 16 – 21 year olds Method of referral: Through Skills Development Scotland

Spark of Genius offers a Get Ready for Work Scheme in Ayrshire for people looking to gain qualifications and move into further education and employment. Clients are given access to both a Life Skills Programme, Get Ready for Work Programme or other variants of tailored learning to help engage the learner and improve employability prospects.

WORKABLE NEW DEAL FOR DISABLED PEOPLE PROJECT

Contact: Audrey Scott [email protected] Telephone: 01563 532154 Address: 3a Portland Gate, Kilmarnock Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 16+ Method of referral: Open

Complete service aimed at moving people from health related benefits into work, giving a one to one service. Looking at training and employers together with benefit advice.

SECTION 7 FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES

ABERLOUR FAMILY SERVICE – SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contact: Alexa Duff, Service Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01465 712 589 Address: 17B Dalrymple Street, Girvan Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: pre-birth to 12 years Method of referral: Social work / Locality forums

Aberlour Child Care Trust is a national organisation. Aberlour Family Service is funded by Big Lottery to provided support to parents with learning disabilities throughout South Ayrshire. The service offers a various types of support, to parents of children from pre- birth to 12 years. The level of support varies across the families. The service offers, parenting assessments carried out over a number of weeks to identify the family’s strengths and weaknesses. Teaching programmes tailored to meet the family’s individual needs to improve the outcomes for the child. Support is offered within the family home or other suitable venue. A variety of groups are delivered within the service to meet the diverse needs of the families.

AYRSHIRE KINSHIP CARE SERVICE

Contact: Children 1st [email protected] Telephone: 01294 214884 Address: 5/6 Lower Vennel, Boutreehill (South), Irvine KA11 1PQ Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: All ages Method of referral: Open

Children 1st aims to support Kinship Carers and their families through:  A confidential helpline  Training and skills development  Regional forums  Policy activity  Outreach work

For support, advice and information in evenings and at weekend, when local workers may not be available Kinship Care families are encouraged to contact the National Kinship Care helpline on 0800 282233 or [email protected].

BARNARDO’S SOUTH AYRSHIRE FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Aileen McCusker, Children’s Services Manager [email protected] Annette Ewart, Team Manager (Referrals) [email protected] Telephone: 01292 610479 Address: 62 Viewfield Road, Ayr Catchment area: Prestwick, Troon and Ayr Age Group: Families with children under 12 Method of referral: Self referral/Social Work/Locality Forums

We offer a range of flexible, community-based support services to children and families including –  individual and group work support for children  practical and emotional support for parents/carers  support groups for parents/carers  therapeutic services for children and parents/carers  intensive support for families where this is required  Specific support for Dads/male carers  befriending service for children We work in partnership with families and with all partner agencies to support families to build on existing strengths and to develop the skills and resilience to respond to the challenges of family life, to feel part of the community and to meet the needs of children

CHILDREN 1st GIRVAN/MAYBOLE SUPPORT CHILDREN & FAMILIES SERVICES (Children & Families contracted service)

Families with children age 0 - 5 who require childcare Support activities Focused family support – contributing to multi-agency initial assessment, agreed work plan and three-monthly Service User Outcome progress reviews Childcare service – Monday to Friday in Girvan Work with Children – includes therapeutic and life-story work Work with Parents – parenting skills and behaviour management using evidence based programmes Family play sessions – to support development of play “Communities Putting Children First” – community awareness raising sessions to promote the confidence of local people to support children and families

FAMILY MEDIATION WEST (AYRSHIRE) (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Gillian Brown, Office Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01563 572429 Address: 28/30 Grange Street, Kilmarnock KA1 2DD Catchment area: Whole Ayrshire Area Age Group: 3 – 17 (for children's support) or from age 0 for Children's Contact Centre) Method of referral: Self-referral or multi agency

Family Mediation Ayrshire provides a confidential and impartial service to separated and divorced parents. Support/counselling for children and young people is offered as part of this service.

GLADYS BEATON (BODYWORKS) (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Gladys Beaton, Manager (Alternative Therapist) [email protected] Telephone: 01292 288645 Address: 18 Limeside Avenue, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 3PN Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 0 – 3 years old Method of referral: Child Protection Case Conference/High Risk Pregnancy Protocol

To protect and promote the welfare of vulnerable babies and children (GIRFEC principles) through the provision of the early therapeutic interventions of baby massage and baby yoga with the aim of developing and improving parenting skills and increasing parental/carer coping skills

 To provide individual work  To develop group programmes which promote early attachment and bonding  To provide early intervention/joint working

MOVING ON AYRSHIRE

ONE STOP SHOP

Contact: Fiona Bain, Service Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01563 520317 Address: 22 Portland Road, Kilmarnock Catchment area: East, North and South Ayrshire Age Group: Open Method of referral: Self-referral or multi agency

The Kilmarnock One Stop Shop offers a wide range of ‘all under one roof’ autism support and information services from a single, local location, including:  relevant local information for people with autism, their families and professionals within Ayrshire  guidance for people with individual budgets, to help you decide and manage your own support  links to NAS Prospects, a service supporting people on the autism spectrum into education and sustained employment  an opportunity to meet like minded people  links to advocacy support

SHINE WOMEN’S MENTORING SERVICE

Contact: Nicola McGrath, Service Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01292 610479 Address: 62 Viewfield Road, Ayr KA8 8HH Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 16+ Method of referral: Social Work (women subject to a Community Payback Order)

Women’s Mentoring Service is a way of helping and supporting women with many of the issues they might be facing both practically and emotionally, helping to build self-esteem and confidence. Can help to develop independence and quality of life, improve motivation and work towards addressing a life, free of offending. For more information visit: www.shinementoring.org

SLEEP SCOTLAND COUNSELLING SERVICE SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contact: Sarah Hay, Sleep Counsellor [email protected] Karen Davis, Sleep Counsellor [email protected] Telephone: 07944 268 623 (Sarah) / 07969 159 058 (Karen) Address: CPSS, Kincaidston PS, Cranesbill Court, Ayr KA7 3YP Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: birth – 16 years Method of referral: Parents, Carers or by Health Professionals

Sleep Scotland Counsellors are trained to provide support to families of children and young people, birth – 16 years, who have additional support needs and severe sleep problems.

SOUTH AYRSHIRE AUTISTIC SOCIETY

Contact: Heather Buchanan-Locke (Chairperson) Sharon Stobbs (Vice-chairperson) [email protected] Telephone: 01292 270339 / 07915153850 Address: 14 Armour Drive, Ayr KA7 3JX Catchment area: Throughout Ayrshire Age Group: All ages Method of referral: Open door, telephone, post, fax or e-mail

South Ayrshire Autistic Society (SAAS) is a voluntary organisation based in Alloway that provides information and support to families affected by Autism. It provides monthly play settings and activities for families.

SOUTH AYRSHIRE PEER MENTORING SERVICE

Contact: Nicola McGrath, Service Manager [email protected] Claire Latham, Mentoring Co-ordinator [email protected] Telephone: 01292 610479 Address: 62 Viewfield Road, Ayr KA8 8HH Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 14 - 24 Method of referral: Open

South Ayrshire Peer Mentoring Service offers support to care experienced young people aged 14 – 24 years living in South Ayrshire. Support includes weekly 1:1 mentoring support to enable young people to develop self-confidence and relevant life skills in areas including education, training and employment. The service aims to support young people in positive and creative ways to live fulfilling and productive lives.

STEPPING STONES FOR FAMILIES – CHILDMIND SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Contact: Linda Davidson, Service Co-ordinator [email protected] Telephone: 01292 521055 Address: Gibbs Yard, SAC, Auchincruive, Ayr KA6 5HW Catchment area: Ayrshire Wide Age Group: 16 + Method of referral: Multi Agency, Self

The Childminding Support & Development service provides support, assistance and guidance to registered childminders and prospective childminders within South Ayrshire. The service provides information, support, guidance on all areas such Care Inspectorate compliance, updates via quarterly newsletters, training opportunities, group meetings and day to day contact as required. 32

The service also supports prospective childminders through an 8 session pre-registration training course to those interested in becoming a childminder, the course covers all aspects of becoming a childminder such as the application pack, policies & procedures, health & wellbeing, raising awareness of child protection etc.

STEPPING STONES FOR FAMILIES – MONEY ADVICE SERVICE CARRICK AREA

Contact: Nikki Pitt, Money Adviser [email protected] Telephone: 01465 712637 Address: 25 Knockcushan Street, Girvan KA26 9AG Catchment area: Carrick Area Age Group: People with dependent children; individual/Couples under 25 Method of referral: Multi Agency, Self

The Money Advice Service provides free, impartial and confidential advice on a range of money related issues.

STEPPING STONES FOR FAMILIES – PLAY AND CARE AYRSHIRE

Contact: Elaine Bracher, Service Co-ordinator [email protected] Telephone: 01292 521055 Address: Gibbs Yard, SAC, Auchincruive, Ayr KA6 5HW Catchment area: Ayrshire Wide Age Group: 0 – 19 years Method of referral: Multi Agency, Self

Play and Care Ayrshire provides quality, regulated childcare in your home 52 weeks a year, 7 days a week from 6am – 2am. Families who are looking to remain/obtain employment or training can access this service. The service also provides respite to families with children with additional support needs. The age range for this service is 0-19 yrs. www. ssff.org.uk / Find us on Facebook and Twitter

THE SPARK

Contact: Paul Burnside, Relationship Support Manager [email protected] Telephone: 0141 222 7997 / National Appointment No. 0845 271 2711 Address: 72 Waterloo Street, Glasgow G2 7DA Catchment Area: Whole Community Method of referral: Appointment basis

The Spark aims to enhance and sustain marriage, relationships and family life with lifelong learning. The Spark is a Voluntary organisation with 40 years experience in the specialist field of relationship counselling. A registered charity, they provide a professional relationship counselling service to the whole community, delivered in local centres Throughout Scotland. Research shows that relationship counselling helps unhappy marriages and relationships by reducing stress and changing negative behaviours. Counselling also impacts positively on children, the extended family, employers and the wider community. Research shows that good relationships between parents are crucial for children’s development. Children do better at home and at school when their parents’ relationship is healthy. This is true even though the parents may be separated. The Spark’s marriage and relationship counselling for couples and individuals enables people to build and sustain healthy relationships. For local people wishing to access our service, they can attend counselling or FOCCUS at The Bungalow, 3A Holmston Road, AYR.

The Relationship Helpline This free support service from The Spark is for anyone who is having a relationship difficulty but may not require Counselling. It may be a difficulty with a partner or it may be with a Son, Daughter, Mother, Father or other family member. The relationship Problem may be with a close personal friend a colleague or even a Boss or Manager at work. The help line is free for both Landlines and Mobiles. The number to call is 0808 802 2088 Service is confidential and will deal with all calls and sign post people on to other services if it is required. The Helpline is available Monday to Thursday 9am-8pm and Friday from 9am to 5pm.

RELATE SCOTLAND, The Bungalow, 3A Holmston Road, AYR Telephone: 01292 265270 / E-mail: [email protected]

Relate Scotland aims to promote a confidential counselling service for people in marriage and other intimate personal relationships. We are a voluntary organisation with over 50 years experience in the specialist field of relationship counselling. We deliver a professional relationship counselling service to the whole community, delivered in local centres throughout Scotland. Relate Scotland is established for the public benefit and its objectives are to:  Promote, develop and coordinator a confidential counselling service throughout Scotland for people in marriage and other intimate relationships  Ensure the maintenance of high standards of practice and quality assurance of the couple counselling service as delivered by member organisations 34

 Provide and publish information and conduct research on aspects of family life  Develop working relationships with persons and organisations concerned with marriage and family life

There are fourteen Relate Services across Scotland and each is a member of Relate Scotland.

SECTION 8 HEALTH

LETTERBOX PROJECT

Contact: Jordan Larmour, Community Learning & Development Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01465 716600 Address: Carrick Opportunities Centre, Henrietta Street, Girvan Catchment area: South Carrick Age Group: 12 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Self referral

The Letterbox project is open every Thursday evening, 6.30 – 9.00 p.m. in Z1 Youth Bar, 154 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9BQ and provides a confidential health clinic where no prior appointment is necessary to see the doctor. The friendly environment of the Letterbox offers access to information on a range of health issues, supported by youth work staff.

School Nurse attached to Letterbox is Diane Irvine and can be contacted direct on Thursday from 6.30 – 8.30 on 01465 714729 or like Letterbox on facebook where you can private message any questions.

Youth Worker attached to Letterbox is Rachael McMillan, Z1 Youth Bar, 154 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9BQ, Tel: 01465 71472, e-mail: [email protected].

NHS ADDICTION SERVICES

NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITATOR FOR HOMELESS CLIENTS

Contact: Gail Ridge Telephone: 07557083100 Address: Ayr Hospital, Dalmellington Road, Ayr Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: n/a Method of referral: Open referral system

The objective of this post is to facilitate mainstream services for people affected by homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITATOR FOR LOOKED AFTER AND ACCOMMODATED CHILDREN

Contact: Jane Gibson Telephone: 01292 665738 Address: Room 22, First Floor, Biggart Hospital, Biggart Road, Prestwick Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 5 – 18 year old Method of referral: Social Work, Open

The aim of this post is to look at the holistic health needs of looked after and accommodated children.

NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN SCHOOL NURSING STAFF – SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Wendy Gordon Ayr Cluster - Annbank; Coylton; Dalmilling Coylton Health Centre Tel: 01292 571246 [email protected] Lorraine Alston Belmont Cluster - Kincaidston; Tarbolton; Braehead; Holmston (Southcraig) Coylton Health Centre Tel: 01292 570322 [email protected] Claire McMorland Carrick Cluster - Cairn; Crosshill; Fisherton; Gardenrose; Kirkmichael; Maidens; Minishant; Straiton, St Cuthberts (Wellington) Maybole HC, Maybole Tel: 01655 884344 [email protected]

Diane Irvine Girvan Cluster - Sacred Heart; Ballantrae; Barr; Barrhill; Colmonell; Dailly; Girvan, Pinwherry (Invergarven) Girvan Community Hospital, Girvan Tel: 01465 716455 [email protected] Marion Brown Kyle Cluster - Forehill; Grammar; Newton Coylton Health Centre Tel: 01292 571122 [email protected] Donna Hillis Marr Cluster (Barassie; Struthers; Troon; Dundonald; Muirhead St Patrick’s Barassie Street Clinic, Troon Tel: 01292 313455 [email protected] Ann Mackay Prestwick Cluster - Glenburn; Heathfield; Kingcase; Monkton; Symington, St Ninians 1st Floor, Biggart Hospital, Prestwick Tel: 01292 665736 [email protected] Abi Nicholl Queen Margaret Cluster - St John’s; Doonfoot, Alloway (Learning Support Base Queen Margaret) Coylton Health Centre Tel: 01292 571144 [email protected]

Catchment Area: South Ayrshire Age Group: all school age children Method of Referral: Open

There is a named school nurse for every Primary and Secondary school within South Ayrshire.

NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN SEXUAL HEALTH NURSE FOR LEARNING DISABILTIES

Contact: Michelle Bell [email protected] Telephone: 01294 323485 Catchment Area: Pan Ayrshire Age Group: school age children through to adulthood Method of Referral: Open

This is a joint funded post between learning disabilities and sexual health based at Ayrshire Central Hospital and covers the Ayrshire area. The range of people is wide and includes school aged, particularly transition years through to adulthood. The work is carried out within schools, colleges, day care centres and also on a one-to-one basis. Training staff is also part of the remit and a 2 day awareness session on sexual health and learning disabilities is open to Council staff, NHS staff, parents and carers. A clinic is opened at the Gatehouse for people with learning disabilities and covers all aspects of sexual health including family planning and sexually transmitted infection diagnosis and treatment. There is also now a specialist clinic in each area: Monday morning in Old Irvine Road, Kilmarnock; Monday afternoon in Gatehouse, Irvine and Thursday morning in North Ayr Health Centre, Ayr.

NHS AYRSHIRE AND ARRAN SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPY DEPARTMENT

Contact: Ailsa Paterson, Head of Service [email protected] Telephone: 01292 571326 Address: Coylton Health Centre, 11 Hole Road, Coylton KA6 6JL Age Group: birth to adulthood Method of Referral: Locality Forums; self referral; direct to Department

The Speech and Language Therapy Service aims to provide assessment, diagnosis and evidence based services that anticipate and respond to the needs of individuals who experience speech, language, communication and /or swallowing difficulties

Therapists assess, diagnose, manage, treat, monitor and discharge patients while working closely with the multi-disciplinary team members, patients, carers, parents, teachers and the voluntary sector. The Department also provides appropriate guidance and training to relatives and carers and to other professionals on all aspects of communication.

Speech and Language Therapists work in partnership with individuals and their families, other professionals and agencies to reduce the impact of these often isolating difficulties on an individual’s wellbeing and their ability to participate in daily life.

NHS Helpline 0845 24 2424 39

SECTION 9 HOUSING

AYR HOUSING AID CENTRE

Contact: Suzanne Slavin [email protected] Telephone: 01292 288111 Address: 1st Floor, 7 York Street, Ayr KA8 8AN Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 16+ Method of referral: Open

Ayr Housing Aid Centre gives advice on housing rights. They can help appeal against a homeless decision and give advice on rights in any area of housing from all sectors.

QUARRIERS (Children & Families contracted service)

Contact: Fiona Nicolson, Head of Service, Children & Young Peoples Services [email protected] Telephone: 01505 616134 Address: Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire PA11 3SX Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 14 – 26 years Method of referral: Social Work referral

To enable young people to make and sustain a successful transition to independent living. To facilitate and support, when needed, intensive wrap around provision for young people aged 14 plus who are at risk of coming into Local Authority Care. To provide a flexible and responsive outreach service to support young people in their communities.

YOUTH HOUSING SUPPORT GROUP

Contact: Claire Murdoch, Homeless Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01292 611600 Address: YPS&T, Holmston House, 3 Holmston Road, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 16 – 21 year olds Method of referral: South Ayrshire Housing Department

This is a steering group to find the most appropriate accommodation for individuals and guide and support them through housing, employment and welfare.

SECTION 10 LEISURE & RECREATION

DOMAIN YOUTH CENTRE

Contact: Brian Cooper [email protected] Telephone: 01292 262913 Address: Glenmuir Place, Ayr KA8 9RP Catchment area: Ayr North – KA8 Post Code Area Age Group: 8- 18 year olds Method of referral: Open door

Social Education – The centre runs a variety of groups, drop in sessions and workshops.

GIRVAN YOUTH TRUST (OASIS)

Contact: Bill Logan, Girvan Youth Trust Project Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01465 714729 Address: Z1 Youth Bar, 154 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9BQ Catchment area: Girvan and South Carrick Age Group: 14 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Open door

The Trust provides opportunities for young people in a social and educational dimension. The Project is currently involved in DJ Project, Duke of Edinburgh Award, informal drop-ins, one-to-one support and community involvement. Further information – www.girvanyouthtrust.co.uk

‘I can’ Initiative Contact: [email protected] Provides informal learning opportunities & employability support for young people. Young people not in employment or education in South Carrick. Age group: 16 - 24 years, Z1 Youth Bar Mondays 1.30 - 3.30pm.

S1/S2 Club Contact: [email protected] To provide a safe environment for young people to meet and socialise. Age group: S1 & S2 pupils, Z1 Youth Bar Mondays 7.00 - 8.30pm.

Z1 Girls Group Contact: [email protected] To provide opportunities for young women to participate in a broad range of activities in various settings, through mediums such as the arts, cookery, fashion design, dance and other workshops. Age group: Girls 13 to 18, Z1 Youth Bar Tuesdays 7.00 - 9.00pm

Z1 Boys Group Contact: [email protected] To offer a safe environment for young males to interact with their peers and volunteers. Age group: S3 pupils 18, Z1 Youth Bar Wednesdays 7.00 - 10.00pm

Operational Management Team Contact: terri or [email protected] Employ young people on a rolling contract to work behind the bar, organise wknd publicity, complete various training etc., upgrade skills + give valuable experience. Age group: 14 - 18 years, Z1 Youth Bar 41

Hand in Hand Contact: [email protected] To promote inclusion of all young people in the local community and to breaking down the barriers which exist to social opportunities for young people with Learning Disabilities through a peer buddying project within Z1 Youth Bar. Age group: S1 pupils - 18 years, Z1 Youth Bar Sundays 6.30 - 8.30pm

Z1 Youth Bar – Weekend Programme Contact: [email protected] To offer a safe environment for young people to meet and socialise. Age group: S2 pupils -18 years, Z1 Youth Bar Fridays & Saturdays 7.00 - 11.00pm

KINCAIDSTON YOUTH CAFÉ PROJECT

Contact: Arlene McCreadie Telephone: 01292 284283 Address: Cornhill Square, Kincaidston, Ayr Catchment area: Kincaidston and Surrounding Area Age Group: 12 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Drop-in Facility, self-referral

Aim to foster positive life style choices and use of leisure time. To build confidence and self-esteem to enable young people to access formal and informal support and to promote participation and inclusion.

ROOMSIXTY PROJECT

Contact: Ross Clark [email protected] Telephone: 07809756501 Address: 60 Main Street, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 9 – 18 year olds Method of referral: Drop-in Facility

RoomSixty is a drop in youth centre which is open Mon-Wed 6:30pm-8.30 pm for S1-S6 pupils and Thursday 3:15pm-5:00pm for P5-P7. The centre is free of charge and provides the following facilities pool table, air hockey table, snack bar, playstation 3, Xbox, Nintendo Wii, large screen TV, chill out room, desktop computers and tablets and WiFi. Staff members and volunteers are friendly, trained and have a real passion for working with children and young people. We also provide an extensive summer programme.

For further information please ‘Like’ our Facebook page www.facebook.com/RoomSixty or log on to our website www.room60.co.uk.

TARGET LEISURE - GIRVAN

Contact: Jordan Larmour, Community Learning & Development Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01465 716601 Address: Carrick Buildings, Henrietta Street, Girvan KA26 9AL Catchment area: Maybole, Girvan Age Group: 11 – 18 year olds Method of referral: Multi agency

Target Leisure works to promote healthy lifestyles, reduce harm, promote community safety and reduce youth crime by offering a varied and responsive programme to meet the needs and interests of young people through a range of leisure, recreational, social and educational opportunities. Family orientated activities being developed with a range of issue based group work and residential weekends.

SECTION 11 MENTAL HEALTH

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (CAMHS)

Contact: Duty Clinician Telephone: 01292 615931 Address: Arrol Park, Doonfoot Road, Ayr KA7 4DW Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: 0 – 18 (if still at school) Method of referral: GP, Consultant, Health Visitor, Social Worker and Education Psychologist

The service provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health problems in children. Treatments available include family therapy, individual therapy, behavioural therapy.

SECTION 12 OFFENDING PROGRAMMES

EEI AND PROCURATOR FISCAL DIVERSION SERVICE Children and Families Contracted Service

Contact: Shirley Findlay, Service Manager [email protected] Telephone: 01563 525815 Address: 1st Floor, Belford Mill, 16 Brewery Road, Kilmarnock KA1 3GZ Catchment area: North and South Ayrshire Age Group: 8 – 17 year olds Method of referral: EEI and Procurator Fiscal

To divert young people who offend between the ages of 8 and 17 from the multiagency meeting of EEI and Procurator Fiscal Diversion from Prosecution by providing Restorative Justice approaches between persons harmed or affected and their young offenders. The service offers a range of interventions to meet the needs of the service users, such as, Restorative Justice Conferencing, Face-to-Face meeting, Shuttle Mediation, Victim Awareness Programme and/or Reparative task. Where there has been a significant impact on the person harmed or affected a Restorative Justice Conferencing many be appropriate: a meeting for all those directly affected by crime, the person harmed or affected, the young person who committed the offence, the family of the young person and where applicable, supporters of the person harmed or affected, a school teacher, the young person’s social worker, etc. In other cases it may be more appropriate for the young person to undertake an Awareness Programme that explores the impact on the person harmed or affected and aims to address the underlying issues which contributed towards the offending behaviour, for example peer pressure, impulsiveness, anger management, alcohol and substance misuse.

SECTION 13 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

ADVENTURE CENTRE FOR EDUCATION (A.C.E.)

Contact: Chris Saunders Address: Adventure Centre for Education, 154 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9BQ Telephone: 07920406982 Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: Method of referral: Open

The Adventure Centre for Education is a community based outdoor environmental education project. The charity is based in Girvan offering outdoor activities, courses and tailor made programmes, including Duke of Edinburgh Award programme. ACE encourages young people to develop the social skills necessary for adulthood and provides opportunities to become confident, successful, responsible and effective contributors to society. For more information: www.adverturecentreforeducation.com

DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD “NEW START”

Contact: Jim McGarvie, Duke of Edinburgh Awards Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01292 559 399 Address: John Pollock Centre, Mainholm Road Ayr KA8 0QD Catchment area: South Ayrshire Age Group: 14-25 year olds Method of referral: Police, Education, CLD, Youth Workers, Social Work

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, aims to provide an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding programme of personal development for young people between the ages of 14 and 25, which is of the highest quality and the widest reach. Working with our partners, we provide support and opportunities for young people at risk of committing crime, young offenders and Looked After and Accommodated (LAC) young people who would otherwise not participate in the Award through school settings, to work towards a range of informal accredited learning experiences, which will increase their personal skills and contribute to active citizenship.

THE PRINCE’S TRUST – SCOTLAND

Contact: Robert Semple, Programme Executive [email protected] Telephone: 0141 225 6754 Address: The Prince’s Trust Wolfson Centre, Cumbrae House, 15 Carlton Court, Glasgow G5 9JP Catchment area: Scotland Age Group: 16 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Multi agency groups, Direct Contact

The Volunteers Programme brings young people together in teams to work on a variety of projects, building their self-esteem and motivation, developing the inter-personal, leadership, team-working and problem-solving skills they will need to get a job.

VENTURE TRUST

Contact: Joe Connelly [email protected] Telephone: 0141 276 4108 Address: 1250 Wester House Road, Easterhouse, Glasgow G34 9EA Catchment area: Scotland Age Group: 16 – 25 year olds Method of referral: Criminal Justice Social Workers

Venture Trust works to enable young people throughout South Ayrshire to grasp the responsibility and opportunities of a modern and complex society, by offering them a residential programme of opportunities that promotes increases in self-esteem, confidence and motivation, and develops personal, social and life skills.

SECTION 14 POLICE SCOTLAND

Superintendent Linda Jones [email protected] 10 St Marnock Street, Kilmarnock

Chief Inspector Eileen Taylor ‘U’ Division [email protected] King Street, Ayr Tel: 01292 664051 / Fax: 01292 664030

Community Policing Inspector John Cairns Vacant [email protected] @scotland.pnn.police.uk Partnership Inspector Community Police 10 St Marnock Street, Kilmarnock King Street, Ayr Tel: 101 Tel: 101

Inspector Alister Kelly Inspector Willie Ramsay [email protected] [email protected] Community Police Troon Community Police Girvan 78 Portland Street, Troon Montgomerie Street, Girvan Tel: 101 Tel: 101

Sergeant Joanne Logan [email protected] South Ayrshire Council, Local Authority Liaison Officer King Street, Ayr Tel: 01292 616616/mobile 07972 733752

Constable Arlene McCreadie [email protected] Anti Social Behaviour Team Police Seconded Officer Development & Environment, Riverside House, River Street, Ayr Tel: 01292 616445

Campus Police Officers Constable Laura Page Kyle Academy Tel: 01292 262234 Constable Stevie Gilmour Belmont Academy Tel: 01292 281733 Constable Ben Brizell Ayr Academy Tel: 01292 261562 Constable Holly Shivas Marr College Tel: 01292 311082 Constable William Porter Carrick Academy Tel: 01655 882389 Constable Grant Collins Prestwick Academy Tel: 01292 477121

Police Scotland - Ayrshire Division Public Protection Unit Tel: 01563 505142

Police Offices Telephone Ayr Police Office, 1 King Street, Ayr 101 Girvan Police Office. Montgomerie Street, Girvan: 101 Maybole Police Office. 44 Ladyland Road, Maybole 101 Prestwick Police Office, 14 Main Street, Prestwick 101 Troon Police Office, 78 Portland Street, Troon 101 48

SECTION 15 SCOTTISH FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

Area Commander: James Scott Ayrshire Area Headquarters 4 Barr Street, Ardrossan, KA22 8HD

Group Manager: Mark Gallacher Group Manager: Kenneth Hankinson Head of Response and Resilience Head of Prevention and Protection 4 Barr Street, Ardrossan, KA22 8HD 4 Barr Street, Ardrossan, KA22 8HD Tel: 01294 607000 Tel:- 01294 607000

Prevention and Protection Department Education and Engagement: For enquiries into home safety advice and visits, talks to adult and children’s groups, firereach and work experience contact:-

Local Area Liaison officer Gordon Harkins Tel: 01294 607000

Community Action Team Stephen Logan (CAT Manager) ; Gerard Mongiardini (CAT Member); Maxine Lamb (CAT Member); Marion Campbell (CAT Member); Liz Brady (CAT Member); Carol Cairns (Community F/F); George Young (Community F/F Tel: 01563 533321

Legislative Enforcement: For enquiries into fire safety advice and guidance within non domestic premises and fire safety audits contact:-

Legislative Office Manager Watch Commander: Neil Jackson Ayr Community Fire Station, 3 Station Road, Ayr. Tel: 01292 268013

Enforcement and Audit Officers Watch Commander: Keith Davidson/Watch Commander: Alan Gray/Audit Officer: Alistair Belford All based at Ayr Community Fire Station, 3 Station Road, Ayr. Tel: 01292 269013

Fire Stations Telephone (non emergency) Ayr Community Fire Station, 3 Station Road, Ayr 01292 286888 (24hrs a day) Maybole Community Fire Station, Wellington St, Maybole 01655 882841 (Mon only between 7pm -10pm) Girvan Community Fire Station, Piedmont Rd, Girvan 01465 713120 (Thur only between 6:30-9:30pm) Colmonell Community Fire Station, 9 Kirkhill Cres, Colmonell 01465 881266 (Wed only between 7pm -10pm) Troon Community Fire Station, 106 Portland St, Troon 01292 317080 (Tue only between 6:30–9:30 pm)

SECTION 16 VICTIM SUPPORT

VICTIM SUPPORT SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contact: Janie Mortimer, Service Delivery Officer Gloria Morrison, Anti Social Behaviour Co-ordinator Carla Mills, Assistant Service Delivery Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01292 266441 Address: McAdam House, 34 Charlotte Street, Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: All age groups Method of referral: Open referral

Provide practical help and emotional support to people affected by crime. Service is free and confidential and need not have been reported to the police.

WITNESS SERVICE

Contact Allan Grant Assistant Service Delivery Officer [email protected] Telephone: 01292 619122 Address: Witness Service Sheriff Court House Wellington Square Ayr Catchment area: South Ayrshire Area Age Group: All age groups Method of referral: Open referral

The service is free to all witnesses in court. We can show you around the court before the trial and support you through the court process.

SECTION 17 YOUTH WORK SERVICES

SOUTH AYRSHIRE YOUTH FORUM

Contact: Brian Borland, Senior Youth Worker [email protected]

South Ayrshire Youth Forum (SAYF) is a group of young people from across South Ayrshire who believe every young person should have a voice in the issues which affect them and be able to share ideas to influence change. Elected Members of Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYP’s) are also part of the Youth Forum and aim to influence decision making at a national level. SAYF Awards recognises the achievements of Young People living in South Ayrshire. For more information see: www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/youthforum

YOUNG SCOT SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Contacts: ANN SHAW, Community Learning Assistant [email protected]

BRIAN BORLAND, Senior Youth Worker [email protected]

The Young Scot South Ayrshire team provide every young person 11-25 years in South Ayrshire with their Young Scot National Entitlement Card. This card offers access to a national and local points and rewards scheme and secures many national and local discounts in South Ayrshire. Young Scot also hold Information and Media groups in schools who publish and share information useful for young people. www.youngscot.org/south- ayrshire Call: 01292 612788 - Text: 07968587105 - Email: [email protected] Twitter-- @YoungScotSA Facebook-- /YoungScotSA

YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT

Contact: MIKE BOLES: CLD Officer (Youth Initiatives) [email protected]

CLD offer support to access and achieve a range of Youth Achievement Awards for young people ages 10 years and over across a range activities and levels. For more information please contact Mike. Call: 01292 612434

AYR NORTH YOUTH PROJECTS Phone: 01292 559389 Email: [email protected]

PRESTWICK and TROON YOUTH PROJECTS Phone: 01292 319357 Email: [email protected]

CARRICK YOUTH PROJECTS Phone: 01655 882105 Email: [email protected]

SECTION 18 NEW ENTRIES & PROGRAMMES

Moving on Ayrshire – Page 10/30

Sleep Scotland Counselling Service - South Ayrshire - Page 22/31

Spark of Genius – Page 26

Kinship Care Service – Page 27

Gladys Beaton (Alternative Therapist) – Page 29

Shine Women’s Mentoring Service – Page 31

South Ayrshire Peer Mentoring Service – Page 32

Stepping Stones for Families – Childmind Support & Development Services – Page 32

Stepping Stones for Families – Money Advice Service Carrick Area – Page 33

Stepping Stones for Families – Play and Care Ayrshire – Page 33

Quarriers – Page 40

Witness Service – Page 50

Youth Work Services – Page 51

Fearless – Page 63

The Men’s Advice Line – Page 63

WEBPAGES - INTERNET SAFETY Ceop age targeted and parent/carer resource www.thinkyouknow.co.uk Child exploitation and online protection centre www.ceop.police.uk Information re online access on mobile devices www.ofcom.org.uk Detailed section on internet safety www.nspcc.org.uk Very detailed Parent Guide suitable for all, links to websites with focus on protecting children with learning disabilities and autism www.cerebra.org.uk

SECTION 18 CARE PROVIDERS

This is a list of some of the external providers used by South Ayrshire Social Work and is open to changes, additions and amendments. The National Framework Awarded Providers for Residential and Foster Placements are highlighted at the start followed by other external agencies.

NATIONAL FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT – FOSTER CARE SERVICES Barnardo’s Unit 51, Festival Business Brian Emmerson, 0141 427 3690/ Centre, 150 Brand Street, Operational Manager 07919 520 984 Glasgow G51 1DH Ann-Marie Mercer, Team Leader, Placement Requests Carolina House Dunsinane Avenue, Dawn Millar 01382 818279 Trust Dunsinance Industrial (ext 110) Estate, Dundee DD2 3QN Fostering People Suite G2/3, Faraday Cassie Yeaman 01382 836806 Scotland Limited Business Centre, 34 Faraday Street, Dundee DD2 3QQ Fostering Solutions Lochside House, 3 Matt Harrison 0131 452 Lochside Way, Edinburgh 2104/07912477 Park, Edinburgh EH12 9DT 939 Fosterplus Ltd Rowan House, Quarrywood Ayr (West) Sharon 01292 288990 Court, Livingston Village, Telfer (Contact for Livingston EH45 6AX referrals) Paisley (West) Roz 0141 889 8481 Pizarro (Contact for referrals) St Andrew’s 7 St John’s Place, Leith, Stephen Small 0131 454 3370 Children Society Edinburgh EH6 7EL SWIIS Foster Care Glenelvan House, Sam Arnott 01383842284 Scotland Enterprise Way, Carnegie Campus South, Dumfermline KY11 8PY The Adolescent Slateford House, 51-53 Fergus Stewart 01314554488 and Children’s Lanark Road, Edinburgh Trust (TACT) EH14 1TL National Fostering Springfield House, Christine Duncan 01786406404 Agency (NFA) Laurelhill Business Park, (Contact for Stiling FK7 9JQ Placement Referrals) Michael Stewart (Contact for 01786406404 Placement discussions or issues)

NATIONAL FRAMEWORK CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL CARE AND EDUCATION SERVICES Applied Care and Studio 2 & 3, Kirkgunzeon Nazia Jones 01387760260 Development Mill, Kirkgunseon, Dumfries & Galloway DG2 8LA Abbeyfield Lodge 95 Saltoun Place, Aleysha Tocher, 01346 515647 Fraserborough AB43 9RY Director Ltd - Aberdeen 38 Castle Street, Aberdeen Wendy Milne, 01224 732246 Association of AB11 5YU Director of Services Social Services Aberlour Childcare 36 Park Terrace, Stirling Jackie Hothersall, 01786 450335 Trust FK8 2JR Director of C & F Services Active8 Care Ltd Hurstwood Court, New Hall Marilyn Holmes, 02825 657667 Hey Road, Rawfenstall, Business Manager Lancashire BB4 6HR Archway 71 Westburn Road, Emma Watson, 01224 643327 Aberdeen AB25 2SH General Manager Bachlaw projects Upper Seaview, Cornhill, Andrea Lovie 01466 771395 Aberdeen AB45 2HJ Balnacraig School Fairmouth Terrace, Perth Alison Morley, 01736 636456 PH2 7AR Business Manager Barnardo’s 111 Oxgangs Road, Isabel McClaren 0131 339 8840 Edinburgh EH14 1ED Cambian Group 4th Floor, Waterford Stuart Lyons 01539 723322 Building, Hammersmith, London Camphill School Murtle Estate, Bieldside, Admissions Team 01244 867935 Aberdeen Aberdeen AB15 9EP Capability Scotland 11 Elersly Road, Edinburgh Sue Williams 01505 702 141 EH12 6HY (Kilbarkin) 01555 665 041 (Stanmore, Lanark) Care Visions 95 Haymarket Terrace, Alison Carruthers 0800 808 9913 Group Ltd Edinburgh EH7 5QB (Referral line) 0333 323 0042 (Out of hours) Common Thread Benreay, 10 Dumfries Sharon Bissett 01576 204202 Road, Lockerbie DG11 2EF (Out of hours) 07798695062 Crossreach Church of Scotland Paul Gilroy/Martin 01360 440244 (merging with 47 Milton Road East Walsh Ballikinrain) Edinburgh EH15 2SR

East park East Park School, 1092 Geraldine O’Neil 0141 948 2050 Maryhill Road, Glasgow G20 9TD 56

NATIONAL FRAMEWORK CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL CARE AND EDUCATION SERVICES Hesley Group Ltd Hesley Hall, Tickhill, Phil Champion 01302 866906 Doncaster DN11 9HH Hillside School Main Street, Aberdour, Fife Mairi-Helen Wilson 01383 860731 (Aberdour) Ltd KY3 0RH Keys Cromlet Care Moor House, Blair Ninich, Linda Richardson 01997420028 Ltd Strathpeffer IV14 9AD or 07918716310 Keys Cromlet Care Cromlet House, Karen MacKay 01349 852312 Ltd Inverdordon IV18 0BA or 07918716310 Keys Cromlet Care Birchwood House, Jon Cox 01397 701620 Ltd Canaghael, Fort William or PH33 7NF 07918716310 Kibble Education Goudie Street, Paisley PA3 David Baird 0141 889 0044 and Care Centre 2LG Open Campus Moore House Care 21 Edinburgh Road, Moira Greentree/ 01506 652312 and Education Bathgate, West Lothian Douglas Hardy Out of Hours – EH48 1EX 0800 849 1343 Priory Education 21 Exhibition House, Michael McFarlane 0126185584 Services Ltd Addison Bridge Place, LondonW14 8XP Quarriers Quarriers Village, Bridge of Garry Leach 01505 616010 Weir PA11 3SX Radical Services Canal Wharf, 2 Wyther Simon Wright 07880 921498 Lane, Leeds West Yorkshire LS5 3BT ROC Northwest Heyes House, Arnside, Ben Waterhouse 01524 762222 Ltd Lancashire LA5 0AL Royal Blind Gillespie Crescent, Richard Hellewell 0131 229 1456 Edinburgh EH10 4HZ ( Head Office)

The Scottish Centre The Craighalbert Centre, 1 Lynne Craighalbert 01236 456100 for Children with Craighalbert Way, Motor Impairments Cumbernauld G68 0LS (SCCMI) Scottish Autism Hilton House, Alloa Vincent Kennedy 01259 728302 Business Park, Whins Road, Alloa FK10 3SA Sense Scotland 43 Middlesex Street, Linda Annan 0141 429 0294 Glasgow G41 1EE 0300 330 9292 Spark of Genius Trojan House, Phoenix Stephen McGhee 0141 587 2710 Business Park, Paisley PA1 OOH – Zak Out of Hours 2BH McIlhargey 07817162441 Speyside Trust Badaguish Centre, Andrew MacKenzie 01479861285 Aviemore PH22 1QH

NATIONAL FRAMEWORK CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL CARE AND EDUCATION SERVICES St Philip’s School 10 Main Street, Plains, Brian Harold 01236 765 407 Airdrie ML6 7SF Stepdown St Mary’s Road, Greg Gallagher 0141 762 4523 Community Bishopbriggs, Glasgow 24 hours – Services G64 2EH 07912 733 631 The Mungo 196 Clyde Street, Glasgow Patricia Donnelly 0141 226 1610 Foundation G1 4JY Up-2-Us Cottage 4, Auchans Farm, Olive Arens 01355 263358 Auchans Road, Johnstone Office 01505 PA6 7EE 843425 Out of Hours 07891491888

NON FRAMEWORK CARE PROVIDERS A Wilderness Way T/A Wilderness, Manager Manager 01228 409 553 Ltd House, Brisco, Carlisle, Cumbria CA4 0QS Action for Children 17 Newton Place, Glasgow Brian Emmerson 0141 331 0584 G3 7PY Ballikinrain School Fintry Road, Balfron, By Paul Gilroy 01360 440244 Glasgow G63 0LL CAPS Project (Action for Children) 17 Louise Ward 0141 331 0584 Newton Place, Glasgow G3 Hunter, Director 7PY Corseford School Howwood Road, Milliken Mrs Susan 01505 702141 Park, Kilbarchan PA10 2NT Williams Head Teacher Curo Salus Wardhouse Farm, Forehouse Grace Malone 01475 568886 Road, Kilbarchan PA10 2PU Senior Manager Daldorch School Sorn Road, Catrine KA5 Shona Pinkerton 01290 551666 6NA Principal Foster Care 7 Cambuslang Way, Duty Team 0141 646 1400 Association Glasgow G32 8ND Foster Care Head Office, Abbey Business Kathryn Wilson 0141 331 Association Centre, 20-23 Woodside 4120/0800 587 Place, Glasgow G3 7QF 2733 Fostering Relations West of Scotland Office, David Scullion 0141 892 2078/ Suite 11, Merlin Business 07787 428 148 Centre, Merlin House, Hillington Park, Glasgow G52 4AX Geilsland School Gateside Road, Beith, Paul Gilroy 01505 504044 Ayrshire KA15 1HD Head of School

NON FRAMEWORK CARE PROVIDERS Harmeny School Mansfield Road, Balerno, Neil Squires 0131 449 Midlothian EH14 7JY Chief Executive 3938/5002 ISSC Unit (Action 63-65 Whitletts Road, Ayr Elizabeth 01292 288940 for Children) McIntyre, Project /07771 884 308 Manager Jayne Moore Trust 1 Allen Road, Kirkton North, Alex Jack 01506 407340/ Livingston EH45 6TQ 07974 252 849 Quarriers 34 Chalmers Road, Ayr George Nutman 01292 288141 KA7 2JQ

SECURE PROVIDERS Kibble Education Goudie Street, Paisley PA3 David Baird 0141 889 0044 and Care Centre 2LG Rossie Secure Montrose, Angus DD10 David Mitchell 01674 820204 St Mary’s Kenmure St Mary’s Road, Mr Jim Crawford 0141 586 1200 Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 2EH The Good Bishopton, Renfrewshire Maria Harte 01505 864500 Shepherd Centre PA7 5PF (Secure)

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL RESIDENTIAL CHILDREN’S HOUSES

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SPARK OF GENIUS RESIDENTIAL HOMES Spark of Genius Riverside House, Newmilns Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 KA16 9BU Director of Residential Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Davidshill Farm, Dalry Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 KA24 4JD Director of Residential Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Foxhill Cottage, Stair KA5 Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 5HW Director of Residential Services & Throughcare

SPARK OF GENIUS RESIDENTIAL HOMES Spark of Genius Sunderland House, Dunoon Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 PA23 8EE Director of Residential Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Netherton Farm (with Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 additional respite facility in Director of grounds) Ochiltree KA18 Residential 2PU Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Chestnut Cottage (Respite Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 facility) Near Ayr KA6 5LB Director of Residential Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Millholm, Near Kilwinning Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 KA13 7RG Director of Residential Services & Throughcare Spark of Genius Old Mill, Balfron (deals Zak McIlhargey, 0141 587 2710 predominantly with complex Director of needs, children and young Residential people with ASD) Services & Throughcare

TRANSPORT (SECURE) Wrixton Care Broxbournebury Mansion, 01992 442244 White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne EN10 7PY

YOUNG OFFENDER INSTITUTES HMYOI Polmont Polmont, Brightons, Falkirk Sue Brooks, 01324 722288 FK2 0AB Governor HMP YOI South Road, Peterhead AB42 Alister Purdie, 01779 485834 Grampian 2YY Governor HMP YOI Cornton Cornton Road, Stirling FK9 Rhona Hotchkiss, 01786 832591 Vale 5NU Governor

SECTION 19 CHILD PROTECTION COMMITTEE

Contact: Kevin Quinn, Co-ordinator, South Ayrshire CPC [email protected] Telephone: 01292 616190 Address: Burns House, Burns Statue Square, Ayr KA7 1UT

For more information: www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/childprotection/committee/

Chair of Child Protection Committee:

David Cumming, Independent Chair of South Ayrshire Adult and Child Protection Committee, [email protected]

CHILD PROTECTION COMMITTEE MEMBERS CPC

David Cumming, Independent Chair

Kevin Quinn, Co-ordinator, South Ayrshire CPC HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP

Paula Godfrey, Head of Children’s Health, Care and Criminal Justice

Lesley James, Manager, Children and Families

Nancy McNeil, Criminal Justice Manager

Nicola Hunter. Manager, Inspection and Quality Assurance COMMUNITY HEALTH AND CARE SERVICE

Kenneth Leinster, Head of Community Care Health & Care Services & Chief Social Work Officer

Sandra Rae, Co-ordinator, South Ayrshire APC

Michael Alexander, Housing Operations Manager COMMUNITY SAFETY

Linda Warwick, Co-ordinator Community Safety EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

Douglas Hutchison, Director of Educational Services (Vice Chair)

Paul Wilson, Co-ordinator (Sports & Leisure)

Aileen Valenti, Quality Improvement Manager, Educational Services HEALTH

Andrew Moore – Assistant Nurse Director (Interim) (Vice Chair)

Carol Fisher, Senior Manager Mental Health Services

Maureen Bell, Nurse Consultant for Vulnerable Children

Jayne Miller, Senior Nurse Manager, Children'

Linda Pettigrew, Child Protection Advisor

Hazel Borland, Nurse Director

Angela Cunningham, Manager, Women and Children’s Services

Mona Rahim, Consultant Paediatrician for Child Protection POLICE

Linda Jones, Superintendent, Police Scotland

Susan Milloy, Detective Inspector, Public Protection Unit Police Scotland PROCURATOR FISCAL

Catherine White, Principal Depute SCOTTISH CHILDREN’S REPORTER ADMINISTRATION

Alan Mulrooney, Locality Reporter Manager VOLUNTARY SECTOR

Aileen McCusker, Children’s Service Manager, Barnardo’s

Faye Murfet, Co-ordinator, South Ayrshire ADP

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND WEBSITES

ADDACTION SOUTH AYRSHIRE (01292 430529) Addaction is a direct access for people concerned about their own or someone else’s drug or alcohol use. Addaction provides advice, information, signposting and structured support. www.addaction.org

AYR SHERIFF COURT – County Buildings, Wellington Square, Ayr (01292 292200) Local Sheriffs: Snr Sheriffs: Sheriff J Montgomery and Sheriff D Leslie Sheriff Cunningham and Sheriff MacTaggart Full Time Floating Sheriff – Sheriff Pattison

BREATHING SPACE (0800 83 85 87) A free and confidential phoneline service for any individual who is experiencing low mood or depression, or who is unusually worried and in need of someone to talk to. It is specifically, but not exclusively, aimed at young men who are experiencing difficulties and unhappiness in their lives. The focus is to provide skilled assistance at an early stage and prevent problems escalating. It is also aimed at those living with mental health problems and those experiencing emotional distress. They can also help family members, partners and friends who are concerned about their own well being and that of people they care about

CHILDREN 1ST DIRECTIONS PROJECT (01292 288373) The Directions Project works in partnership with children, young people and their families to increase resilience, support positive family relationships, promote positive parenting, and improve outcomes for children and young people. The project provides support for children age 0-12 and their families, when needs have been identified which cannot currently be met through universal service provision. www.children1st.org.uk

COPELINE (0800 056 8181) Copeline is a free, confidential emotional support, listening and information service. The telephone service is for anyone who is concerned about their own mental health or those of relatives or friends. Copeline is operated by fully trained volunteers and is funded by NHS Ayrshire & Arran. It is an out of hours service and is available from 8 pm-12 midnight on Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9 pm-12 midnight on Tuesday and Wednesday and 12 noon-12 midnight on Saturday and Sunday.

FEARLESS (0131 624 7266) SUPPORT FOR ANYONE EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC ABUSE IN SCOTLAND Fearless works with survivors of domestic abuse over 16 years old of all races, religions or beliefs, abilities, transgender identities, sexes or sexual orientations. E-mail: [email protected] / website: www.fearless.scot

FRESH AIR-SHIRE (0800 783 9132) This is the Smoking Prevention and Cessation Service in Ayrshire & Arran. This service provides one to one support, group support, information and advice, access to treatments including nicotine replacement therapy. [email protected]

MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES Information on mental health and young people – www.youngminds.org.uk

NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN ADDICTION SERVICES – SOUTH AYRSHRIE SERVICE (01292 559800) NHS Addiction Services provides a variety of specialist treatment and support services in South Ayrshire for individuals aged 16+ with chaotic or problematic alcohol and drug use. The service operates an ‘open’ referral system and has a single point of access.

NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN SEXUAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT (01294 323228/6) Provides a free and confidential service. Clients can ring and make an appointment for themselves. Services provided include:- • Contraception – including emergency contraception and condoms (free of charge) • Sexually transmitted infections – testing, treatment and information • HIV information and testing • Hepatitis B testing and vaccination • Hepatitis C testing and information • Sexual problems • Information and/or advice about sexual health issues

RECOVERYAYR (01292 612147) RecoveryAyr have developed a local recovery cafe for individuals in recovery from alcohol and drug misuse, their friends, family and local communities. ‘Cafe Hope’ takes place every Friday night from 5-7 pm at the Salvation Army Community Church, 59 John Street, Ayr KA8 0BS. The cafe is run by people in recovery and offers opportunities for people to volunteer, develop skills and become engaged in their local community. www.facebook.com/recoveryayr

SCOTTISH FAMILIES AFFECTED BY DRUGS HELPLINE (08080 101 011) Provides information and support to anyone who is concerned about someone they care about who is misusing drugs. [email protected] / www.sfad.org.uk

SCOTTISH CHILDREN’S REPORTER ADMINISTRATION Locality Reporter Manager, Ayrshire Locality: Alan J Mulrooney 36 Carrick Street, Ayr KA7 1NS Tel: 0300 200 1888 www.scra.gov.uk

SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/SELF HARMING Penumbra provides information for all ages, including information specifically for young people on their website. www.penumbra.org.uk. National Children’s Bureau: young people and self-harm information resource – www.selfharm.org.uk

TOUCHED BY SUICIDE We aim to provide a safe, confidential environment in which bereaved people can share their experiences and feelings, so giving and gaining support from each other. We strive to improve public awareness and work with many other statutory voluntary organisations. Support Group meets 1st Tuesday of the month, 7pm - 9pm, 27/29 Crown Street, Ayr KA8 8AG. Telephone Helpline: contact Linda - 01294 229087 (if answer machine on please leave name and number).

THE MEN’S ADVICE LINE Support network for males in need of support akin to Women’s Aid. Telephone: 0808 801 0327 Email: [email protected] Webpage: www.mensadvice.org.uk

WEBSITES

Advisory Centre For Education www.ace-ed.org.uk Adoption Advice www.adoption-net.co.uk Adoption and Fostering Alliance Scotland www.afascotland.com Adoption and long term foster carers support www.adoptionuk.org Alcoholism Support www.teen-anon.com Alcohol and drugs – ADFAM www.adfam.org.uk Barnardos www.barnardos.co.uk Behaviour Issues www.behaviouruk.com Benefits Agency www.dss.gov.uk British Association of Adopters and Foster Carers www.corambaaf.org.uk BBC Schools online www.bbc.co.uk/education/schools Bullying Online www.bullying.co.uk CAB for Children www.askcab.co.uk Chat Danger www.chatdanger.com Childline – 0800 1111 www.childline.org.uk Child Rights Information Network www.crin.org Children 1st www.children1st.org.uk Children in Care www.anationalvoice.org Child Support Agency www.dss.gov.uk/csa/ Council for Disabled Children www.ncb.org.uk/cbc Crime Reduction Government Site www.crimereduction.gov.uk Crimestoppers Trust 0800 555 222 www.crimestoppers-uk.org Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme www.cica.gov.uk Criminal Justice for Young People www.rizer.co.uk Dfes www.dfes.gov.uk Drugscope www.drugscope.org.uk Families Need Fathers www.fnf.org.uk/ Find your Local Education Authority www.open.gov.uk Fire Safety (0800073199 – home visits) www.firescotland.gov.uk Forensic Science www.forensic.gov.uk Fostering Group www.fostering.org.uk Fostertalk – an independent support for foster www.fostertalk.org.fiss Carers facing allegations Gay Issues www.stonewall.org.uk Gingerbread www.gingerbread.org.uk Girls and Violence www.gla.ac.uk/girlsandviolence/ Kidscape www.kidscape.org.uk LGBT www.lgbtyouth.org.uk National Association for Youth Justice www.nayj.org.uk National Children’s Bureau www.ncb.org.uk National Drugs Helpline www.talktofrank.com National Council for One parent Families www.oneparentfamilies.org.uk National Council for Voluntary Organisations www.ncvo-vol.org.uk NSPCC – 0808 800 5000 www.thereforme.com Parenting www.bbc.uk/parenting Parenting www.e-parenting.co.uk Parentzone www.ngflscotland.gov.uk/parentzone/ Police Oracle www.policeoracle.com Police Scotland www.scotland.police.uk

Prevention of Young Suicide – PAPYRUS www.papyrus.org.uk Princess Royal Trust for Carers www.carers.org Prince’s Trust www.princestrust.org.uk Racial Justice www.racialjustice.org.uk Refugees www.refugeeweek.org.uk/schools Royal National College for the Blind www.rncb.ac.uk Royal School for the Deaf www.rsd-derby.org Save The Children www.savethechildren.org.uk/ Samaritans – 116 123 www.samaritans.org Scotland www.antibullying.net Scottish Children’s Reporters Association www.scra.gov.uk (Leaflets, information and photographs of the inside of local offices to help prepare children for hearings) Scottish Council for Research in Education www.scre.ac.uk Shelter www.shelter.org.uk Surestart www.surestart.co.uk Suzy Lamplugh Trust www.suzylamplugh.org Technology for Special Needs Children www.specialneed.co.uk Trust for the Study of Adolescence www.tsa.uk.com Victim Support www.victimsupport.com Wired Patrol – internet safety organisation www.wiredpatrol.org Young Minds mental health charity www.youngminds.org.uk Youth Advice www.need2know.co.uk Youth info www.youthinformation.com Youth Justice www.youth-justice-board.gov.uk Youth site www.youth.org.uk HEALTH Action for Sick Children (aiming to raise www.ascscotland.org.uk Awareness of the health needs and rights of Children, Young people in and leaving care) Alcohol Focus Scotland www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk Autism www.scotland.autism.org.uk Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder www.adhd.org.uk. British Dyslexia Association www.bda-dyslexia.org.uk British Epilepsy Association www.epilepsy.org British Heart Foundation www.bhf.org.uk British Psychological Society www.bps.org.uk British Stammering Organisation www.stammering.org Cancer Research Campaign www.crc.org.uk Charter of Health Rights www.each-for-sick-children.org Crew 2000 www.crew2000.org.uk Cystic Fibrosis Trust www.cftrust.org.uk Deaf Children www.ndcs.org.uk Depression Alliance www.depressionalliance.org Depression in teenager’s www.depressioninteenagers.co.uk Domestic Abuse www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/domesticabuse Downs Syndrome Association www.downs-syndrome.org.uk Dyslexia Institute www.dyslexia-inst.org.uk Epilepsy www.epilepsy.org.uk Free legal advice for and about children and www.sclc.org.uk young people

Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths www.sids.org.uk Health Education Authority’s drugs website www.trashed.co.uk Hyperactive children’s Support Group www.hacsg.org.uk Imperial Cancer Research Fund www.imperialcancer.co.uk Juvenile Diabetes Foundation www.jdf.org.uk Know the Score www.knowthescore.info Mencap www.mencap.org.uk Meningitis Research Foundation www.meningitis.org.uk MIND www.mind.org.uk Muscular Dystrophy Campaign www.muscular-dystrophy.org.uk NHS Direct www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk National Asthma Campaign www.asthma.org.uk National Blind Children’s Society www.nbcs.org.uk National Eczema Society www.eczema.org NHS information on baby development www.readysteadybaby.org.uk NHS information on toddler development www.readysteadytoddler.org.uk Re-Solv www.re-solv.org Safety for babies www.scottishcotdeathtrust.org Samaritans national number is 08457 90 90 90 www.samaritans.org.uk Scope www.scope.org.uk SHAYR www.shayr.com Scottish Drugs Forum www.sdf.org.uk Tourettes Syndrome www.tourettesyndrome.co.uk Wired for Health www.wiredforhealth.gov.uk INTERNET SAFETY Ceop age targeted and parent/carer resource www.thinkyouknow.co.uk Child exploitation and online protection centre www.ceop.police.uk Information re online access on mobile devices www.ofcom.org.uk Detailed section on internet safety www.nspcc.org.uk Very detailed Parent Guide suitable for all, Links to loads of websites and focus protecting children with learning disabilities and autism www.cerebra.org.uk