Reimagining Early Help in BCP: Join our professional network

Published on 2 August, 2024

Are you a professional working with children, young people, and their families in the BCP Council area?

The BCP Early Help Partnership is excited to announce a new resource designed to support your work – the Early Help Partnership professional network. This innovative online platform goes beyond just information sharing, creating a dynamic space for collaboration and real-time support for children aged 0-19 (or up to 25 with SEND).

What makes the network different?

  • Live information: Are you struggling to find the right local support options for a family? Our platform provides instant access to resources and services within the BCP community.
  • Quick queries: Have a burning question about available support? There’s no need to wait for emails or phone calls. Get personalised solutions on the go.
  • Stay informed: Keep up with the latest developments in Dorset through our dedicated newsfeed.
  • Urgent messages: Receive important calls to action from the Integrated Care Partnership, ensuring you have the most up-to-date information.
  • Collaborative learning: Share your expertise and learn from your peers in a dynamic online environment.

Who should join?

The Early Help Partnership network welcomes all professionals working with children and young people in BCP, regardless of your background. Whether you’re in healthcare, local government, education, or the voluntary and community sector, your unique perspective is valuable. Inspired by our Virtual Hub, where professionals have said “This service is radically changing healthcare for people. It’s helping to improve mental and physical health by bringing communities together.” The service sees huge time savings, with people spending less time searching for information and more time helping people.

Membership benefits:

  • Professional Network access: Connect with colleagues across BCP.
  • Volunteering support: Leverage the CAN Volunteering Hub to find volunteers who can support your work.
  • Stay updated: Receive regular newsletters like “Start the Week” and “Around the Sector” for local updates and insights.
  • Share success: Showcase your team’s achievements by contributing stories to the CAN newsletter and blog.
  • Promote your work: Advertise job openings, training events, and other initiatives through our website and communications channels.

Ready to Jjoin?

Signing up is easy! Ask your organisation to become a CAN member. It’s a quick process that opens the door to a wealth of resources and support. Once your team has joined, email familyhubs@can100.org to be added to the Early Help Partnership professional network.

Let’s work together to build a stronger support system for children and families in BCP. We look forward to welcoming you to the hub!