This page will outline everything HeadStart offers to parents

Only just heard about HeadStart? Did your child talk to you about us and you’d like to know more? Follow this link to find some answers

PEER PARENTING COURSE

It is clear that this pandemic is having an impact on us beyond 2021.  As we continue to adjust and readjust, parents have found it helpful to come to a safe space to share strategies to build resilience.

We are ready to begin recruiting for our online Being a Parent group this Spring 2021. The e-flyer is here, and we will be running 4 virtual groups.

The Being a Parent Group is a weekly space for parents with children aged 9-16 to come together sharing experiences and learning tried and tested approaches that can help us navigate this difficult time. Many parents have already benefited from this course, and we want to reach as many parents (and grandparents, aunts, uncles, carers too) as possible.

You can make a referral or the parent can self-refer:

All parents will need to register for a place as the group has limited capacity. Parents can sign up via the link on the flyer or here https://www.headstartnewham.co.uk/get-involved/sign-up-to-headstart/

We have a short video about our groups which can be viewed here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAV-db8TJVA&feature=youtu.be

VIRTUAL COFFEE AND CHAT SESSIONS

We have created a virtual space for parents and carers to connect and learn. It is an opportunity to discuss the high and lows of being a parent in lockdown. We will share wellbeing tips and a toolkit for self-care. As things are changing month to month, we can continue the conversation and work together to encourage each other.

NEW DATES WILL BE POSTED SOON

Parenting Befriending Service

A bespoke parenting befriending service for parents/ carers of children and young people aged 0-16 years who need a space to talk and think through the ways that they are coping in the circumstances and practical suggestions to manage challenges such as their young person’s behaviour, anxiety and worries, family relationship challenges and a young person’s screen time.

• Befrienders are either training children centre staff or Newham Parent Peer Facilitators
• 30-60 mins session per week
• 1-8 weeks with a clear transition process put in place for when the contact ends
• Group sessions will be developed where this would be helpful and appropriate
• Virtual Coffee Mornings early years/primary and secondary
• Signposting and referrals to other support and services as and when appropriate

Other services offered by Strengthening Families service includes Family Relationship Matters and Family Money Matters (see leaflet here).

To request a service for you or a family you are working with, please email strengthening.families@newham.gov.uk to obtain a referral form.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

You can also find out more about what is available to young people by going on this page on our website.