New telephone number for access to services for children and their families

From October 30, the council will be operating a single point of access for all enquiries relating to children living in Powys and their families.

Powys People Direct can be accessed by dialling 01597 827 666 and is a single telephone number for children and families that wish to contact the council. It could be to raise an issue or concern around the welfare of a child or young person, or if you would like advice and guidance on how to get extra support, or to find out more about services and activities for children and families locally.

Councillor Arwel Jones, cabinet member for Children’s Services said; “Powys People Direct gives direct access to services and support from a single number that will help families get through to the right service, and we would encourage families to make best use of this service when they need it most.

The council have developed this service to ensure that individuals and families have access to the right service, at the right time, in the right place with the right outcome.

For now, the service will only be available for children, young people and families, with Adult Services joining Powys People Direct in early 2015.

So from October 30, remember to dial 01597 827 666 to access Powys People Direct.

Website link;
http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/communications/view-council-news/news-article/article/2500-new-telephone-number-for-access-to-services-for-children-and-their-families/