Wirral Council has led the regional partnership for the Step Up to Social Work programme for eight cohorts, successfully training more than 225 social workers.

“Promote confidence rather than fear.” That’s how Wirral’s 0-19+ team wants the safe sleep message to support new parents and carers.

Ruth is a Heswall resident who has been a panel volunteer with Wirral Youth Justice Service for 15 years. According to Ruth, her voluntary role has opened her eyes to the challenges faced by young people.

The committee met at Wallasey Town Hall on Wednesday 5 March 2025.

Time, space, energy, love and commitment, these are the attributes that make a good foster carer. That’s according to Jacqui Andrews, one of Foster4’s Fostering Support workers.

Natalie, a newly qualified social worker, talks about the Step Up to Social Work programme.

If you're thinking about fostering, but have a lot of questions, you've come to the right place...

The new Family Network Support Packages from Wirral Council provide bespoke practical or financial support, such as funding for furniture, travel costs, or other essentials, ensuring children can stay with people they know and trust.

"The difference you make in a child’s life – that’s the real reward.”

Families across Wirral are set to benefit from an additional year of support as the government confirms a funding extension for the Families First for Children (FFC) Pathfinder.

It’s Panto time again - oh yes it is - and we have TWO family tickets to be won in our free kids colouring competition!

The project is based around the support and relationships gained from an extended family.