Supports children and young people with complex needs who are inpatients in, or at risk of being admitted to, a mental health hospital

How it can help

The Southend, Essex and Thurrock (SET) Keyworker Service provides support to children and young people who have a learning disability or are autistic and are:

• inpatients in a mental health hospital
• at risk of being admitted to a mental health hospital
• placed on the Dynamic Support Register (DSR).

The SET Keyworker service aims to ensure children, young people and their families:

• have their voice heard
• access the right support at the right time
• have a main point of contact
• identify personal goals and create an action plan

Keyworkers also support children and young people to achieve their goals.

Age

All ages

Eligibility

The child or young person must be on the Dynamic Support Register

How to access

Referral from a professional or the Dynamic Support Register is required