What is EISS?
EISS provides person-centred, evidence based early intervention and support to families with children 0-18 years old, when difficulties arise and before they need involvement with statutory services.
EISS is delivered in both the Belfast and Southern Health and Social Care (HSC) Trust areas.
How can EISS help me?
EISS offers support tailored to each family's specific circumstances. A key worker collaborates with the family, usually in their home, using a strengths-based approach. The intervention lasts around 12 weeks and includes practical and therapeutic supports, such as motivational interviewing and solution-focused brief therapy. EISS also provides access to various parenting and support programs.
How do I get support?
Support requests for the EISS can be made by any organization or individual, including self-requests, if they meet the following criteria for requests:
- Age: Child or young person aged 0-18 years.
- Residence: Must reside within the EISS catchment area of Belfast or Southern HSC Trust.
- Additional Needs: Must have additional needs that are not met by existing universal services.
- Social Work Status: Family should not currently be involved with a statutory social work service.
- Parental Consent: Informed consent required from the person with parental responsibility.
- Child/Young Person Consent: Informed consent required from the child or young person if aged 12 or older and capable of giving consent.
For more information or to make a referral, pease contact us.
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