1 actionforchildren.org.uk Ryan’s Story

2 Action for Children is National charity that supports the most vulnerable children and young people and we’ve been delivering services in Scotland for 60 years. With 84 services across Scotland, we are at the heart of local communities. We provide services to support: Looked after and accommodated children and young people Young carers Families at risk Children affected by parental drug and alcohol misuse Young people with disabilities Young people who offend or at risk of offending We take action for children… © Action for Children 2015

3 Close relationships – we work closely with people, building trust, understanding and mutual respect to get the job done and deal with their real needs. Practical solutions – we have a hands-on approach, where staff have the knowledge and skills to provide support to address problems. Innovation – we work hard to delver innovative services that include young people and give them hope for their future. Safe at all times – Safety is fundamental so we work with young people to identify and manage risk. For 60 years we’ve valued… © Action for Children 2015

4 Transitions Works with care experienced young people on an outreach basis and provides intensive support to access, secure and sustain to appropriate employment or training opportunities. Side Step Intervention Service Works with the hardest to reach most dis-engaged young people who are currently involved in or are on the periphery of career criminality Link to local services…….. © Action for Children 2015

5 Our approach locally…. © Action for Children 2015 We select staff that have an understanding or lived experiences of those we support We adopt a person centred holistic approach to providing support We work flexibly around young people’s needs, often outwith core working hours offering support and engagement at key times We assist young people to successfully re-engage and develop skills and tools to help them reach their true potential We enable young people to have direction in their lives while recognising small steps of achievements

6 Ryan’s Story…. © Action for Children 2015 RyanTransitions Side Step