Family Led Decision Making
Family Led Decision Making is a voluntary service that helps families work with their existing support networks to plan for their children’s safety and wellbeing.
It’s a strengths-based process that empowers families to take the lead in creating solutions that work for them.
The approach brings together the key people in a child’s life including:
- family members
- friends
- trusted adults
- professionals (if the family agrees)
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What it can help with
The service can help families find practical, emotional and financial support for issues such as:
- housing
- mental or physical health
- relationship breakdown
- finances
- substance use
- school attendance
- isolation
How to access
Family Led Decision Making is open to all families. It is no longer restricted to those already working with Children’s Social Care.
Referrals can be made by:
- families themselves
- social workers
- teachers
- health professionals
- other trusted adults
Family consent is essential and can be withdrawn at any time.
To find out more or make a referral, contact the Family Led Decision Making team.
Email: FLDM@cumberland.gov.uk
Professionals
As someone who supports families, you might:
- refer a family who could benefit
- be invited to take part in a family meeting (if the family agrees)
- help offer services or resources that support the family’s plan
By working together, we can strengthen family networks and give children the best chance to thrive.
