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Home-Start in East Lancashire Groups
We hold a range of regular groups at local venues where you and your children can come along and meet other families. Your children get the chance to play, learn and have fun with other children and you get the chance to meet and talk to other parents. Our groups are free to attend, offer a warm welcome and support from other parents.
Home-Start Family Group
A group where all families are welcome. Parents can come with their children to a range of venues, days and times across East Lancashire.
Your children get chance to play, learn and have fun. Whilst you get a chance to meet and talk to other families and enjoy “a cuppa or 2”.
You can share your experiences and the issues affecting your family with others who are going through similar things. Which can help reduce your sense of loneliness or isolation and make new friends.
Activities are planned each week for you and your children to enjoy, as well as story/song time using our handmade story sacks and music bags. You can take part in as little or as much as you feel comfortable. You do not need to stay for the whole session - stay as long as you like (and no - you cannot bring a sleeping bag!)
For information about group updates please visit our facebook page.
Where and When
Nelson
The Zone, Nelson, BB9 8EL (Click for map)
Monday from 1.00 – 2.30pm
Accrington
Accrington Library, BB5 1NQ. (Click for map)
Tuesday from 10.00 – 11.30am
Bacup
Maden Centre, Rochdale Rd, OL13 9NZ. (Click for map)
Tuesday from 12.45 – 2.15pm
Longridge
Christ Church, Berry Lane, PR3 3JA. (Click for map)
Thursday from 10.00 – 11.30am
Busy Bees
Busy Bees is a parent/carer support group, for those who have children with additional needs.
A safe and sensory environment is available for children to play whilst parents support each other, get help and advice from external visitors and have time to stop for a while.
For more information about group updates please visit our facebook page.
Where and When
Colne
Colne Children Centre, BB8 0EL (Click for map)
Tuesday from 9.30 – 11.00am
Burnley
Burnley Wood Family Hub, 33 Brunswick St, BB11 3NY. (Click for map)
Friday from 9.30 – 11.00am
Kinship Carers group
Are you looking after children from your extended family or a close friend? Do you have a Special Guardianship or Kinship order?
Would you like to meet others in a similar situation and support one another?
Why not join us for a once a month catch up, your children can play with others whilst you enjoy a brew and a chat.
We try to invite professionals into our sessions to give appropriate advice on each individual’s situations.
Group takes place on the 1st Friday of every month
For information about group updates please visit our facebook page.
Where and When
Colne
Asda Community room, Corporation St, Colne, BB8 8LU (Click for map)
First Friday of the Month – 1.30pm – 3.00pm
Butterfly Friends
Butterfly friends is a welcoming, relaxed and engaging space for mums, dads, couples and relatives who have experienced miscarriage, baby or child loss.
There’s no pressure to talk or share anything you don’t want to. It's a chance to meet others who have been through something similar, share experiences, have a nice time, make connections and feel part of a community.
Come along for a cuppa, crafts, a bit of fun and the comfort of being around people who get it.
You don’t have to walk this journey alone.
Where and When
Nelson
Suite 1, Bridgewater House, Nelson, BB9 7TZ (Click for map)
First Thursday of the month 7.00 – 9.00pm
Positive Steps
A group supporting parents, who have previously had involvement with Children's Social Care, helping them to make the right choices to build a better future.
Focusing on the individual support needed, we work to reduce isolation, build positive relationships, engage with local support services and improve mental health and resilience.
We can also help to build practical skills, such as cooking, budgeting and parenting skills, as well as offering signposting or assistance with other needs.
For information about group updates please visit our facebook page. . (Contact Rachael on 07702 555078 for more information)
Where and When
Accrington
Accrington Library, BB5 1NQ. (Click for map)
Tuesday from 12.00 – 2.00pm
Pendle
Railway St Community Centre, Nelson, BB9 9AH. (Click for map) Wednesday 12.00 – 2.00pm
Burnley
Charter Walk Community Room, BB11 1QJ (Click for map)
Thursday from 1.00 – 2.30pm
BME Family group: Chai and Chat
Chai and Chat is an informal, social space for BME pregnant women and mum's to have an opportunity to explore and discuss; caring for themselves and their bump, what to expect in the early days and beyond, where to find support and anything else that feels important to them.
It is a relaxed and friendly group offering support and friendship for mum's of 0-5's. This group runs in Brierfield and Nelson
For information about group updates please visit our facebook page.
Where and When
Nelson
Whitefield Children’s Centre. The Beacon Children Centre, Maurice St, Nelson, BB9 7HS (Click for map)
Thursday from 10.00am – 11.30am
SEN Coffee and Chat
A support group for families who have children with additional/ behavioural needs (whether diagnosed or not). A place to share ideas and resources with other parents/ guardians, as well as meeting experienced volunteers over a cuppa or two.
For information about group updates please visit our facebook page.
Where and When
Colne
Asda Community Room, Colne, BB8 8LU
Monday from 9.30 am - 11.00am
Barnoldswick
Coates Lane Primary School, Barnoldswick, BB18 6EZ
Thursday from 9.30am – 11.00am
Family Testimonials
My son and I are always greeted with a smile and there is always a cup of tea waiting for me and a friendly ear to listen to my woes when things have gotten tough throughout the week. I am made to feel at ease and enjoy speaking not only to staff but other Mums who attend when at times it seems that this is my only adult stimulation.
I know I will feel better once I get to group. I’m greeted with a friendly smile and a cup of tea.
We love coming to Wednesday group. It has given me some much needed friendship. It has helped my confidence and self esteem.
Without you and the group, I would be lost. We have made some great friends who are amazing. The support you give us is fantastic
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