We want families to know what support is available to help them and how they can access it when they need it. These pages provide information about the support and activities that are available to you and your family in Devon.
- Support groups and networks – there are lots of different support groups in Devon which offer varied support including online and community groups, parent forums and information and advice services.
- Childcare and wraparound care – find out more about how to find suitable childcare in your area.
- Finding activities for your family – find out how you can search for suitable activities for your family in Devon.
Public Health Nursing
Devon County Council provides health visiting and school nursing services for children, young people and families across Devon. Find out more about the support and advice the Public Health Nursing Service can offer.
Support from Children and Family Health Devon
Children and Family Health Devon provides health services for children, young people and families across Devon. Take a look at their directory of services to find out exactly what support and advice they can offer.
Support from early help and the Devon Safeguarding Children Partnership (Devon SCP)
The Devon SCP aims to make sure that children and families get the right support, in the right place at the right time. The Devon SCP website provides information about early help and life chances as children grow up as well as keeping children safe and health and wellbeing.
Early Years Complex Needs (EYCN) Service
Devon’s EYCN Service is a year-round education-based service for children under five with the most severe and complex developmental needs.
Re/Habilitation Officer for Visually Impaired Children (ROVIC)
The ROVIC service is a county-wide team supporting children and young people from birth to 18 years who have a significant vision, dual sensory (vision and hearing impairment) or deafblind impairment that impacts on the reaching and developing of childhood milestones or skills.
More information on activities and support for families
Use Pinpoint Devon to search for activities in your area – including those that are suitable for children and young people with specific conditions.
Helping to make it as easy as possible for you to find suitable childcare for your child.
There are lots of different support groups in Devon offering varied support including community groups, parent forums and information and advice services.
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