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Family Service Unit Scotland

Family Service Unit Scotland. Strengthening support for families affected by parental substance use. The Context. Hidden Harm (2002) Hidden Harm Next Steps(2006) Getting Our Priorities Right (2002) It’s Everybody’s Job to Make Sure I’m Alright (2002). aim.

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Family Service Unit Scotland

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  1. Family Service Unit Scotland Strengthening support for families affected by parental substance use

  2. The Context • Hidden Harm (2002) • Hidden Harm Next Steps(2006) • Getting Our Priorities Right (2002) • It’s Everybody’s Job to Make Sure I’m Alright (2002)

  3. aim To reduce the risks and needs of children with problem substance using parents. Increased self esteem and resilience in children Families access other helping services Outcomes Increased engagement with school Parents receive ongoing support with addiction Development of parenting capacity Joint working with professionals from children’s and adult services Intensive support to parents to develop parenting capacity Individual and group support to children Outputs Helping families access other services Family school liaison work to promote positive school experience

  4. The Hearth Project, West Lothian Achievements 2005-2006 • 40 families supported • 33 parents with problem drug use, • 9 with problem alcohol use • Support offered to 13 children on child protection register • Offered support to several pregnant drug users. • 3 Groups for children offered.

  5. What works for us? • Intensive support • Being flexible and accessible • Good partnership working with drug and alcohol services • A holistic, whole family approach

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