GIRFEC - getting it right for every child

GIRFEC is the national approach in Scotland to supporting the wellbeing of our children and young people, by offering the right help at the right time from the right people.

• What is the role of a Named Person?

• I’m a parent/carer
  • how does GIRFEC work for me and my family?
  • who do I contact if I need help?

• I’m a young person
  • what does GIRFEC mean for me?
  • how can I get help?
  • who do I contact?

• I’m not a parent/carer but I’m concerned about a young person’s wellbeing or health
  • who do I contact?

For answers:

• Find out about GIRFEC on the Scottish Government website
• Here's a summary of how we plan to Get it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) in Midlothian (pdf)