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Some families prefer group support or enjoy the chance to meet and make new friends with other parents who live nearby.  Home-Start Family Groups provide a regular meeting place for families with at least one child under 5.

What is a Home-Start Family Group?

Family Groups are usually held once a week and last for about 2 hours.  They are informal and the atmosphere is always welcoming and friendly.  There are craft activities and play equipment for the children - and coffee, tea and drinks are provided for everyone.  Everything is free. 

Parents say they enjoy the chance to relax and make new friends, share ideas and experiences, find new interests, gain self-confidence and generally take advantage of the activities on offer.

Qualified and experienced Home-Start staff organise the activities and are always available to provide a 'listening ear' if needed.

What's happening this term?

As well as the varied craft and play activities there are a number of special events, outings and projects being planned for this spring term.  These include a music project, bounce and rhyme sessions, first aid training,  visits from the Citizens' Advice Bureau, outings to the zoo and trips to local adventure parks.

How to join a Family Group

For more information about Family Groups in your area you can contact us or ask your health visitor, social worker, midwife or GP.

Where are Family Groups held?

Faversham Family Group,
Faversham

Mondays 10.00am - 12.00pm

St Stephens Family Group,
Canterbury

Mondays 1.00am - 2.30pm

 

Hersden Family Group,
Canterbury

Tuesdays 10.00am - 12.00pm

St Andrews Family Group,
Whitstable

Wednesdays 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Playtime with Home-Start,
Whitstable

Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.00am

Greenhill Family Group in Greenhill
Thursdays 10.00am - 12.00pm

Querns Family Group,
Canterbury

Thursday 10.00am - 12.00pm

Lucerne Family Group in Seasalter
Fridays 10.00am - 12.00pm

Playtime with Home-Start,
Herne Bay

Fridays 12.30pm - 2.30pm

All Home-Start Family Groups meet once a week during term times.