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Social care for children

Find out how we support vulnerable children in our borough and report safeguarding concerns

 

Reporting concerns about a child

We all have a role to play to keep children and young people safe. Find out what to do if you suspect a child is being abused or neglected

Fostering

Become a foster carer in Bexley and change a life

Social workers

Children's social workers are there to protect children - it's a legal responsibility. Find out more

Adoption

Start your adoption journey with Adoption Partnership South East and change a child's future

Looked after children

We work with children, young people and families to keep a child at home or with a family member wherever possible

Host and support a young person

We're looking for people from all backgrounds who can help young people aged 16 to 21 find their feet

Children's Public Health Service

Health visiting and school nursing information

Young people leaving our care

Booklets for young adults leaving our care and living independently

Reviewing a child's death

A child death review is carried out whenever someone under 18 dies, no matter the reason
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