Support for families - Dorset Council

Parent relationships

Find practical help to improve your relationships.
Find parenting support courses

Parenting courses for parents and carers of children aged 0 to 16 years.
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support

Find our Local Offer.
Family Information Service (FIS)

FIS is a free, impartial information service for parents and carers of children and young people.
Family Information Directory (FID)

Search the FID for childcare, advice and support, activities and more.
Family Help

Family Help in Dorset consists of early support, targeted early help and child in need support. Find out who you can contact if your family needs support.
Domestic abuse

Help and information for victims of domestic abuse.
Mental health support

Find mental health and wellbeing support for a child or young person.
Your wellbeing

It’s completely normal to feel a range of emotions as a new parent. Find support and advice.
Drug and alcohol support

Drug and alcohol support delivered by Reach.
Stopping smoking

Support is available to help you stop smoking.
Bridgit online tools for carers

Find online information, advice and resources, connect to services, find events, get a Dorset Carer Card, and share you are a carer with others.

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