Early Help

The Family Helpline is a free phone line for families and professionals in Solihull to access support for parents and children.

Early Help is about families receiving the right support at the right time to help address issues before they escalate.

For safeguarding concerns, such as if a child is at risk of being harmed, please call the Solihull Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on 0121 788 4300.

We have several services to support families including:

  • Family Helpline
  • Family Support Workers
  • drop in sessions
  • parenting programmes
  • professional support with assessments and plans
  • Family Hubs

Family Helpline

The Family Helpline is a free phone line for families and professionals in Solihull to access support for parents and children.

Our dedicated team can provide advice, support and signposting if you need help with:

  • parenting guidance
  • child development
  • support to encourage school attendance
  • managing conflict
  • tips for managing child behavioural issues
  • ensuring health and emotional wellbeing needs are being met

You can contact the Family Helpline by calling 0121 788 4327.

Our helpline is open:

  • Monday to Thursday from 9:00am to 4:30pm
  • Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm

Family Information Service

The Family Information Service offers information, advice and guidance on a wide range of services including childcare, activities and support services as well as funded childcare places and free school meals.