Family Toolbox is an online hub to support Wirral families. The website has a searchable bank of resources, a directory of local and national services and a ‘What’s on’ section to find out about events in the community. The website gives parents easy access to up-to-date information on support services across Wirral, so they can make informed choices about what is right for them and their family. The website has a ‘Get in touch’ option that families or professionals can use if you would like further information and tailored signposting guidance and support.  Parents and carers can also call into their local Family Hub to access support and guidance.

What’s Branch?

Branch an online mental wellbeing hub for children and young people in Wirral, from 0 all the way to 18 (and up to 25 with additional needs). It doesn’t deliver services directly – it’s more of a guide, helping people to find the best tools and local support. It can be used for any child or young person, no matter how big or small their worries feel. It’s packed with tips to help them feel better and, when they need a bit of extra support, gives simple routes into local services. Branch doesn’t offer crisis support but has information on where to get help in an emergency. Branch can help you find and access services When a child or young person needs a bit more support, they or a trusted adult can use Branch to find services that could work well for them. To be matched to services that are part of Branch, simply answer a set of questions. Branch can then usually match to services straightaway, but when needed, our team behind the scenes will introduce themselves and help find the right services.

Who can use Branch?

Anyone can browse Branch. Young people (13+) and trusted adults (parents, carers, GPs, teachers etc) can use the Branch questionnaire to be matched with services. Under 13 years would need consent and support to complete. Young people may need the consent of a parent or carer to access some services.