Early Help Assessment (EHA)

The EHA is a way of working with families who are struggling and puts their needs at the heart of decisions made about how they get help.

Early Help has changed in Suffolk

As part of the Families First reforms, Suffolk has introduced a new Family Help approach to supporting children, young people and families. This means that Early Help Assessments (EHAs) are no longer used in Suffolk.

We are currently creating a new section of our site, where you can request support for a child, young person or family. Thank you for your patience.

Make a referral for an Early Help Assessment (EHA)
Learn how to make a referral for an EHA.
What is an Early Help Assessment (EHA)?
Find about more about what an EHA is, and how it can help you as a parent, child or professional.
Early sources of family support
Early help for families on a variety of common issues.
Early Help Assessment (EHA) information for professionals
Find more important information professionals may need to know before making an EHA referral.
Early Help Assessment (EHA) information for families
Read more information about the EHA, aimed at parents and young people.
Adolescent Early Help Assessment
Read more about Adolescent Early Help Assessments and how they differ for young people.
Early Help Assessment (EHA) - useful links
Find useful links providing more support for young people and families.
Contact the Family Support team
Find out how professionals can contact the Family Support team.
Early Help Assessment (EHA) privacy notice
Read our Children and Young People's (CYP) privacy notice to see how your data will be used.