Activities for Parents & Carers
To book an appointment please call 020 8809 9050
In addition to providing activities for children, our Centre aims to care for the parents and carers too. We facilitate the services for many different sessions to help you become the most qualified, happy and healthy parent.
Here are the services we are providing for parents and carers this term.
First Aid - For Mothers
Little children are adventurous and have little understanding of danger. To what to do in case of an emergency will be half the cure. Please book in advance.
Coming soon!
9:00am – 11:00 am
Lubavitch Hall
Please book in advance £20 per person
Solihull Parenting
10 week course for mothers
This is an evidence based parenting programme that will help you develop and focus on a more positive and rewarding relationship with your family.
Research shows that this course has helped parents feel calmer and their children’s behavior has improved.
Delivered by Koach parenting.
Limited crèche places available
Wednesdays
9:30 am – 11:30 am
7th May - 23rd July
Henry: Healthy Start Better Future
An 8 week healthy eating course for young mothers.
Healthy Start Brighter Future Healthy eating and lifestyle course for young mothers, delivered by HENRY.
Wednesdays 9:00am - 11:00 am
15th January - 5th March
Babies up to 6 months welcome.
Please phone to book.
Spot the Schema
Schemas are patterns of behavior that are present in all of us from birth. Most of us have one dominant schema by the time we reach adulthood. This course is a fun way to find out why children behave in certain ways and what you can do to support their learning and development. With Devorah Leah Sudak.
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00am
Coming soon
Dunstan Baby Language
A 2 part programme that will train you to listen to your baby and respond to his needs after recognising his cries.
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00am
7th & 14th November 27th February & 6th March
Peep Learning Together Course
For mothers and children aged 3 and 4 years Support your child’s early language development.
Trained professionals will share ideas and activities that enhance your child’s language and communication skills. The Peep Learning Together Course includes: Refreshments Home learning pack Additional time for personalized tips and advice.
Delivered by Mrs Raskin & Miri
Thursday 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Six-session programme Coming soon!
Money Hub - Don’t miss out on money owed to you!
Book your appointment to see a member of the Money Hub team. This is a new team within Hackney council who can advise you about any financial support that you might be eligible for. Alternatively, you can fill in a form online: hackney.gov.uk/hackney-money-hub or call 0208 356 3111
Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30am
Video Interaction Guidance (VIG)
For parents of children under 3’s
Free 1:1 sessions to explore your connection with your baby. Delivered by Livia, a trained VIG professional.
We’ll use footage of you interacting with your baby to help you build on your strengths and become a more confident parent by:
. Understanding your baby’s cues
. Strengthening your bond with your baby
. Creating more joyful moments
For more information contact the centre and ask for Toby Landy
Hackney Energy Advice Team (HEAT)
The trained advisors offer fuel poverty and energy saving advice. They help you manage your energy bills, negotiate debts and take steps to save energy and money.
With Meg
Wednesday
30th April, 21st May
Hackney ‘Here to Help’
Our expert officers can help you with:
benefits advice: ensure you’re claiming all entitled benefits
home goods: get items for a property you’re moving in to
disability benefits: apply for disability benefits
cost of living: access one-off cost of living help
rent arrears: get help with overdue rent
rent deposit: secure a tenancy with rent in advance
Council Tax debt: get help with Council Tax debt
cost of removals: get help with moving costs
Call 0208 356 3111