Parent/Carer Support and Friendship Group

This group is not currently running due to summer holidays. It will start again on Friday 8th September

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This group is for anyone who has/cares for a young child. It is centered on and designed to facilitate friendship networks between parents and carers. It is a supportive forum to chat, meet new people, share stories, discuss any problems, help each other and contribute ideas. 

• Every Friday, 1pm to 3pm at The Alexander Centre.
• Hot drinks, biscuits and toys will be provided. If you can, we encourage you to bring your own reusable cup to use at the group.
• Free to attend, no need to book, please just turn up.
• Please note - this group only runs during term times. Please check our social media for updates.

Event, Activity and Support

Eventbrite

Eventbrite is an event management and ticketing website, it lets you discover what events are on near you.

Visit EventBrite

The Alexander Centre, Faversham

This beautiful building in the center of Faversham offers all kinds of activities and events for all age groups. They hold weekly sessions like Zumba, Pilates, Baby and Toddler Group, to music events, boxing and roller skating.

Visit the Alexander Centre website

West Faversham Community Centre

They offer excellent facilities and a wide variety of events. They have a soft play, fitness opportunities, events, a lunch club and more.

Visit West Faversham Community Centre

Facebook Group - Events for Families Faversham & the Surrounding Area

This group is to share events, see what's going on locally to you and for local businesses.

Health Visiting Service

The health visiting service supports families with a new baby or child under 5 years old, by offering advice and guidance.

The website has lots of information and links to other support such as; Child health clinics, breastfeeding, understanding your child online courses, workshops, apps and more.

Visit the Kent Health Visiting Service

Facebook Group - Swale Children's Centres

Providing groups and services for families in the local area.

Their aim is to offer information, advice and support to parents, early learning, health services and family support.

All of their activities and courses are free of charge. They hold groups such as; baby yoga, messy play, baby massage and many more (Some groups may require booking)

Instagram & Facebook: SwaleCC

NHS - Tips for new parents

This is a quick guide to everything you need to know about caring for your new baby during those exhausting but wonderful early weeks; breastfeeding, washing, sleeping and changing nappies. There is also more help on coping with stress, keeping fit, advice for single parents, contraception and much more.

Visit the NHS website