WFW approach in ΎΕΙ«
Across Scotland, the WFW funds are implemented through the local strategic in order to create transformational change. Allocation of funds within ΎΕΙ« aligns with . A model of local delivery which provides equitable delivery across the city for families. It was developed as an evidence-based and needs-led approach to services.
Within ΎΕΙ«, we have six funded collaborations and a central WFW team. Each collaboration is working towards delivering transformational change within a specific area of identified need. The collaborations are supported by the central team to develop their holistic family support approach, offer workforce development opportunities and gather impact and learning.
EDAN Hub
The EDAN Hub supports children and young people aged 0 to 25 with disabilities or neurodivergent needs, along with their parents and carers. It offers a wide range of services to help families navigate challenges and build on strengths.
Families can book a ‘next steps’ appointment or access support via or phone
07526 565 672.
Professionals can refer by email or through the same webpage.
For general enquiries, contact
07526 565 672.
Umbrella Hubs
Umbrella Hubs provide whole-family support for children and young people aged 0 to 18 and their parents or carers, especially those who don’t meet the threshold for social work. Support is offered through community 'pop-ups' providing access to advice, emotional support and local services.
Families can attend via or phone
08000 28 22 33,
with also available. Professionals can refer via
General enquiries should also be sent to
The Family Hub
The Family Hub supports families whose children are not yet in early learning or childcare settings. It offers group play opportunities, one-to-one home visits, parenting programmes, signposting, and access to mental health and practical support.
Families can drop in, connect via a health visitor, or email
thefamilyhub@homestartedinburgh.org.uk.
There is also a . Professionals can refer via secure email at
Parent Infant Partnership (PIP)
The Parent Infant Partnership supports families during the first 1,000 days of a child’s life, conception to age two, where risk or need is high. Through dedicated social workers and partner services, PIP provides early, trauma-informed support to build parenting capacity and strengthen infant attachment.
Requests or referrals should be sent to
parentinfantpathway@edinburgh.gov.uk.
For initial queries, phone
07395 357 251.
For general enquiries, contact the head office via
Time to Talk
Time to Talk is a youth work-based collaboration supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people aged 12 to 25 across ΎΕΙ«. Delivered by five local youth and community groups and supported by NHS Lothian, it offers accessible mental health support rooted in trusted relationships.
Families or young people can complete the , or contact
0131 553 0570.
For more information, email
Parent-Led Childcare (PLCC)
Parent-led Childcare supports the development of sustainable, community-led after-school clubs across ΎΕΙ«, focusing on governance, compliance and long-term viability. For more information, contact Laurene Edgar
or Sabina McDonald
The WFW central team work closely with the Parent and Carers team, Team around the Community (TAC) and the Single Point of Access (SPA).