Information for Parents
In this section you'll find information on some of the key issues that concern parents. There's links to online sources and to help you can get locally and on the phone.
It isn't easy being a parent so it's OK to ask for help when you need it. Below is a list of helplines and websites that provide information on a wide range of parenting topics, so if there's anything you're worried or unsure about, you should find the answer there. You should also check the section on parenting issues. This has links to information on things like alcohol, sex, adoption and divorce.
- East Renfrewshire Council can provide support for parents and families website has information on your child's education, health and welfare.
Help at the end of the phone
One Parent Families Scotland 0808 801 0323
free Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 9.30am–4.30pm, Wed 9.30am–8pm
Offers numerous services to lone parents, including information and advice on benefits, funding for education, parenting and employment. Check the website for the range of facts sheets available.
Email: info@opfs.org.uk
Parenting Across Scotland 0808 800 2222
(same number as ParentLine)
Funded by the Scottish Executive to centre on issues raised throughout parenthood. They have an ‘OK to Ask’ resource, which enables you to search for specific topics.
Stepfamily Scotland 0845 122 8655
Provides helpful advice and support and information for all members of stepfamilies and future stepfamilies, including legal issues.
Email: info@stepfamilyscotland.org.uk
General information online
HandsOnScotland
The HandsOnScotland Website is an online resource for anybody working with children and young people. It is a one-stop shop for practical information and techniques on how to respond helpfully to children and young people's troubling behaviour, build up their self-esteem and promote their positive mental wellbeing. For more information please visit the web site at www.handsonscotland.co.uk
Children 1st
Supports families under stress; protects children from harm and neglect; helps children recover from abuse; promotes children's rights and interests, and runs ParentLine Scotland.
Email: info@children1st.org.uk
Direct.gov
Information on a range of parent-related subjects such as having a baby, childcare and schooling
Families Online
This is the website for the UK magazine ‘Families'. This site provides reviews by other parents, a vast choice of features, listings of events, forums, plus pages of local information.
Raising Kids
This site offers support, information, professional advice and online chat about everything to do with raising children
Young Minds: Parents
Information on concerns that every parent has about their child’s wellbeing, including bullying and self-harm. This site also has specific sections for children and teenagers giving them information in a language that they will understand.
