Due to the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, some of the organisations listed on here are still in the process of posting service updates. Many phone lines and websites are still available, but some contact details have changed. Try the organisation's own website if you're having difficulty getting through.
If you have any queries, please email us at dos@reading.gov.uk or fis@reading.gov.uk
Independent Visiting & Advocacy Service
These are now being provided by Reconstruct as a commissioned service.
No need to go to panel- just refer!
Every child in care has a statutory right to an Independent Visitor and an Advocate should they want one.
Care leavers, CIN and CP children also have the right to an advocate if they are unhappy about something.
This information has been collected from third party providers therefore the Reading Services Guide, Reading Borough Council (RBC) and Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC) cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information and recommends that parents, carers, young people, residents and professionals check with providers regarding DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and OFSTED registrations and CQC registrations. Information collected by Reading Service Guide; is used solely to implement and supply the Family Information Service (FIS), Special Educational Needs & Disabilities - Reading's Local Offer, Adults & Carers Support Group and Reading Youth.