Sidekick - Action for Children

Sidekick

Do you help look after someone at home? Let us know how we could help!

Sidekick is a confidential and anonymous SMS service for young carers aged 13-18. You can text us any time, about anything that's bothering you as a young carer. We'll find you the answer you need and text you back within 24 hours.

*It’s free to text if you have free texts included in your mobile plan, and if not, it will cost the normal rate that you are charged by your mobile phone provider.

Text [Your Question] to 07888 868 059

actionforchildren.uk/sidekick

We are here if you need to talk. Is there something you’re worried about? or just a
question about everyday life? Just ask! We are happy to help.
Send us a text, with your question to 07888 868 059. Ask anything you like;
nothing is too silly or too small. Text us as many times as you want. We aim to
respond within 24 hours, Monday - Friday.
To thank you for your participation, we will give you a £10 Amazon voucher. All
you need to do is join our pilot, text us your question, and fill in the feedback form.

Who to contact

Telephone
07888 868 059 (Text) 07888 868 059 (Text)
E-mail
actionforchildren.uk/sidekick
Website
https://sidekick.actionforchildren.org.uk/
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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.

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Family Information Service

fis@reading.gov.uk 0118 937 3777 OPTION 2 0118 937 3777 OPTION 2

SEND Local Offer

localoffer@reading.gov.uk 0118 937 3777 OPTION 2 0118 937 3777 OPTION 2

Adult & Carers Support

CSAAdvice.Signposting@reading.gov.uk 0118 937 3747 0118 937 3747
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