Family Hubs
Our Family Hubs bring people together from the council, NHS, community organisations and more to support families all in one place.
What's available
You can get support from pregnancy right up until your child turns 19, or 25 if they have special educational needs and disabilities.
We will support you with social care, education, mental health, and physical health needs and we won't judge you - we're here to make a positive difference for all families.
All of our information on what we offer can be found on our Help for families - your virtual Family Hub pages.
Register with our Family Hubs to take part in our groups and activities.
Get in touch
If you would like further support please contact us or come into your local Family Hub. They are open 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Friday.
Or you can also find us on Facebook: One Point County Durham on Facebook
Find your nearest Family Hub
Register your baby's birth
You can now register the birth of your baby at Bishop Auckland Family Hub. You need to do this within 42 days of your baby being born. You will need to book to do this and the registrar will be here on the last Thursday of the month, starting 25 January 2024. Call 03000 266000 to book an appointment.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Stay and Play (drop-in) For parents/carers and their children aged 0-5,with weekly play themes and activities to help support your child's development | Monday | 1.00pm to 3.00pm |
DurhamWorks Drop-in Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | Tuesday | 2.00pm to 4.00pm |
Infant Feeding Support Group (The Four Clocks Centre, DL14 7EH) | Thursday | 9.30am to 11.30am |
Tuesday | 9.15am to 11.15am | |
Friday | 1.30pm to 3.00pm | |
Friday | 10.00am to 11.30am | |
Aqua natal classes | Monday | 9.00am to 9.45am |
| Aqua natal classes Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex | Wednesday | 6.15pm to 7.15pm |
| Aqua natal classes Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex | Thursday | 2.45pm to 3.30pm |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antenatal Breastfeeding Workshop - For parents-to-be and their support to learn about breastfeeding their baby. Booking required, please contact your midwife to book your place. | From 1.00pm to 2.30pm on:
| 1.5 hours |
| DurhamLearn Multiply Fathers Making Maths Fun - Create fun ways to learn maths for you and your child; this can be through playing games, coding secret messages, or even using your hobbies. Come along and find out more about this course and have a fun time! Booking required, contact multiply@durham.gov.uk to book your place |
From 12.30pm to 3pm on:
| 3 weeks |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place | From 4.00pm to 5.00pm on:
| 6 weeks |
| Parenting when Separated - For parents who are preparing for, going through, or have gone through separation or divorce, to help you and children cope. | Monday 8 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am or 12.30pm to 2.30pm | 6 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
| Incredible Years - For parents/carers of children aged 3-10 years, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place. | Monday 15 January 2024 from12.45pm to 2.45pm | 10 weeks |
| Triple P Teen - For parents/carers of young people aged 12-16 years, giving simple practical skills and strategies to raise confident, healthy, and happy teenagers, and to improve family relationships. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place. | Wednesday 17 January from 1.00pm to 4.00pm | 10 weeks |
| Baby and Us - For parents or carers of babies under the age of one. It is delivered by trained parents who understand your experience, and aims to give you more confidence in your role as a parent. | Monday 18 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | |
Staying Cool Family Learn - For parents and teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place | Friday 19 January 2024 from 9.00am to 5.00pm | 1 day |
Daisy Chain Coffee Morning - Peer support for parents and carers of children who are neuro diverse, no formal diagnosis needed. | From 10.00am to 12.00 noon on:
| Drop-in |
| DurhamLearn Multiply Super Spreadsheets for Beginners - Spreadsheets can be a great tool to help you understand your spending habits and is one of the skills employers are looking for. Booking required, contact multiply@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | From 12.30pm to 3.00pm on:
| 2.5 hours |
| DurhamLearn First Aid - For parents and carers to learn the basics to help keep your family safe. Booking required, contact durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk to book your place. | Tuesday 13 February from 9.30am to 4.00pm | 1 day |
| Staying Cool Adult - For adults looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place. | Monday 26 February 2024 from 9.00am to 4.00pm | 1 day |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place. | Thursday 29 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Staying Cool Teen - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 266 390 to book a place. | Tuesday 12 March 2024 from 9.30am to 2.30pm | 1 day |
How to get here
Bishop Auckland Family Hub
Walker Drive
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
United Kingdom
DL14 6QL
Telephone: 03000 266 390
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with approximately 10 car parking spaces and 3 disabled car parking spaces.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Baby and Me | Tuesday | 9.30am - 11.00am |
Wednesday | 11.30am - 12.30pm | |
Thursday | 9.30am - 11.00am | |
Friday | 9.30am - 11.00am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 269 820 to book a place. | Monday 8 January 2024, 4.00pm -5.00pm Tuesday 27 February 2024, 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| FEARless - For parents/carers of children aged 6-14 years, to help you understand your child's anxious feelings | Wednesday 10 January 2024, 1.00pm - 3.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Incredible Toddlers -For parents/carers and their toddler aged 1-3 years old. You will learn how to support your child's language, social and emotional development, establish clear routines and effective ways for dealing with common problems such as crying, sleeping and behaviour issues. | Thursday 11 January 2024, 10.00am - 12 noon | 13 weeks |
SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | 12.45pm - 2.45pm Thursday 11 January 2024 Thursday 8 February 2024 Thursday 14 March 2024 | Drop-in |
Young Parents Programme - For young parents aged between 16- 21 years old (or 25 with special educational needs and/or disabilities), from 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. Booking required - please call 03000 269 820 to book a place. | Monday 12 February 2024, 10.00am - 2.00pm | 12 weeks |
Staying Cool -For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. | Thursday 29 February 2024, 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| DurhamLearn - Helping you support children and young people's wellbeing - aimed at adults who are in contact with young people either in a professional, voluntary or parental/caring role. You will learn about of some of the mental health conditions that can affect the wellbeing of young people. Booking required - email durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Tuesday 26 March 2024, 9.30am - 12 noon | 2 hours |
How to get here
Brandon Family Hub
Carr Avenue
Brandon
Durham
County Durham
DH7 8NL
Telephone: 03000 269 820
Parking
There is a shared car park with the school. Approximately eight spaces are allocated to the Family Hub.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Monday | 10.30am to 11.30am | |
Monday | 1.30pm to 3.00pm | |
Tuesday | 10.00am to 11.30am | |
Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Multiply Homework Help - Understand what your child is learning in maths lessons from year 1 to year 6. To book, email multiply@durham.gov.uk | Monday 8 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12.00 noon Monday 29 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12.00 noon Monday 26 February 2024 from 9.30am to 12.00 noon Monday 25 March 2024 from 9.30am to 12.00 noon | 2 weeks |
Feel Good Families - Helping you tackle stress and anxiety, feel more in control, sleep better and feel more confident to deal with the daily challenges of family life. | Tuesday 9 January 2024 from 9.00am to 12.00 noon | 10 weeks |
Triple P Teen - For parents/carers of young people aged 12-16 years, giving simple practical skills and strategies to raise confident, healthy, and happy teenagers, and to improve family relationships. | Tuesday 9 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am at Children and Young People's Service, Chester-le-Street | 10 weeks |
Safer Choices - For young people secondary school age to understand risky behaviours, peer pressure, consequences and how to make safer choices. Booking required - please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Tuesday 9 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
Incredible Babies - For parents/carers and their baby. You will learn about how your baby grows and ways to support their development. Recommended to start before your baby is 6 months old. Booking required - please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Wednesday 10 January 2024 from 1.00pm to 3.00pm | 10 weeks |
Incredible Years - For parents/carers of children aged 3-10 years, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Monday 15 January 2024 from 12.45pm to 2.45pm | 10 weeks |
Daisy Chain Coffee Morning - Peer support for parents and carers of children who are neuro diverse, no formal diagnosis needed. | From 10.00am to 12.00 noon on:
| Drop-in |
Multiply Budgeting Basics - Help to take control of your finances by understanding how budgeting works. To book email multiply@durham.gov.uk | From 9.30am to 12.00 noon on:
| 2 weeks |
Being a Parent - For parents/carers of children aged 2-11 years, run by parents, to help you understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please email EPEC@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Thursday 25 January 2024 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm | 9 weeks |
SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 9.30am to 11.30am and 4.00pm to 6.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
Courses to support the health and development of children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) - Three workshops for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. Workshops include:
To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net
| Session 1 - Wednesday 7 February 2024 from 3.30pm to 4.30pm Session 2 - Wednesday 14 February 2024 from 3.30pm to 4.30pm Session 3 - Wednesday 21 February 2024 from 3.30pm to 4.30pm | 1 hour |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Wednesday 11 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm Wednesday 28 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
Triple P Discussion - For parents and carers of young people 12-18 years. You can attend as many sessions as you like:
| Session 1 - Friday 1 March 2024 from 10.00am to 12.00 noon Session 2 - Friday 8 March 2024 from 10.00am to 12.00 noon Session 3 - Friday 15 March 2024 from 10.00am to 12.00 noon Session 4 - Friday 22 March 2024 from 10.00am to 12.00 noon | 2 hours |
How to get here
Chester-le-Street Family Hub
Gray Avenue
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
DH2 2EL
Telephone: 03000 268 643
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with 20 parking spaces and 2 disabled parking spaces.
What's on - January to March 2024
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Second and fourth Monday of each month | 10.30am to 11.30am | |
First and third Tuesday of each month | 10.30am - 12 noon | |
Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am | |
Tuesday | 1.00pm - 2.30pm |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 9.30am to 11.30am and 4.00pm to 6.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 268 634 to book a place. | Tuesday 9 January 2024 from 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
DurhamLearn - Helping you support children and young people's wellbeing - For adults who are in contact with young people either in a professional, voluntary or parental/caring role. You will learn about of some of the mental health conditions that can affect the wellbeing of young people. To book a place contact durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk | Tuesday 16 January 2024 from 9.30am - 12 noon | 2.5 hours |
| Triple P Stepping Stones - For parents/carers of children aged 0-12 years who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. You will learn skills to help you understand your child's behaviour and help them develop and reach their potential. Booking required, please call 03000 268 634 to book a place. | Friday 19 January 2024 from 10.00am - 12 noon | 9 weeks |
| Incredible Babies - For parents/carers and their baby. You will learn about how your baby grows and ways to support their development. Recommended to start before your baby is 6 months old. Booking required, please call 03000 268 634 to book a place. | Monday 26 February 2024 from 12.30pm - 2.30pm | 10 weeks |
How to get here
Consett Family Hub
Moorside Primary School
Chester Road
Moorside
County Durham
United Kingdom
DH8 8EQ
Telephone 03000 268 634
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the school and daycare) with approximately 28 car parking spaces and 2 disabled car parking spaces.
What's on - January to March 2024
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Toddler and Me | Monday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
| Toddler and Me Sherburn Hill Centre | Friday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
Tuesday | 1.30pm to 3.00pm | |
Baby and Me | Tuesday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
| Baby and Me Sherburn Hill Centre | Thursday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
Home group - Support around housing issues. | Wednesday | 1.00pm to 3.00pm |
DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | Every other Friday starting 12 January 2024 | 12 noon to 3.00pm |
More activities
| Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Daisy chain coffee morning - Peer support for parents and careers of children who are neuro diverse, no formal diagnosis needed. | From 9.45am to 12.15pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | From 4.00pm to 5.00pm on: Wednesday 10 January 2024 | 6 weeks |
| Wednesday 28 February 2024 | 5 weeks | |
| Triple P Stepping Stones - For parents/carers of children aged 0-12 years who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, giving strategies to promote their development and potential. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Wednesday 10 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | 10 weeks |
| Safer Choices - For young people secondary school age to understand risky behaviours, peer pressure, consequences and how to make safer choices. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Monday 15 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 12.45pm to 2.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Supporting your Autistic Child - This course will help you to have a better understanding of autism and how to meet the needs of your child. To book contact DurhamLearn@durham.gov.uk | Thursday 18 January 2024 from 9.00am to 12.30pm | 10 weeks |
| Triple P Teen Group - For parents/carers of young people aged 12-16 years, giving simple practical skills and strategies to raise confident, healthy, and happy teenagers, and to improve family relationships. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Thursday 18 January 2024 from 9.00am to 11.00am | 12 weeks |
| Being a Parent - For parents/carers of children aged 2-11 years, run by parents, to help you understand your child's behaviour. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Wednesday 24 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | 11 weeks |
| Young Parent's Programme - For young parents aged between 16-21 years old or 25 years with SEND, from 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Thursday 15 February 2024 from 12.45pm to 3.45pm | 12 weeks |
| Empower Course - This 5 day course will run at the Sherburn Hill Centre and is for people over the age of 19 and will help you make positive changes, including improving your mental health, building confidence and communicating effectively. To book a place contact empower@endorphins.uk | Monday 19 February to Friday 23 February 2024 from 12 noon to 5.00pm | 5 days |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Thursday 29 February from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
How to get here
Durham Family Hub
The Woodlands
Gilesgate
Durham
County Durham
United Kingdom
DH1 2EY
Telephone 03000 269 833
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the school). There are approximately 20 car parking spaces, and 3 disabled car parking spaces.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Baby and Me | Monday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
| Toddler and Me | Tuesday | 9.30am to 11.30am |
| Infant feeding support groups | Wednesday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
Thursday | 11.30am to 12.30pm |
More activities
| Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, please call 03000 268 486 to book a place. | Thursday 11 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | From 10.00am to 1.00pm on: Thursday 11 January 2024 | Drop-in |
| Incredible Babies - For parents/carers and their baby. You will learn about how your baby grows and ways to support their development. Recommended to start before baby is 6 months old. Booking required, please call 03000 268 486 to book a place. | Thursday 18 January 2024 from 10.00am to 12 noon | 8 weeks |
Triple P Discussion groups - Four sessions for parents and carers of young people aged 12-18 years. Booking required, please call 03000 268 486 to book a place. | Individual sessions - you don't need to attend all 4 | 2 hours each |
| Coping with your teen's emotions | Friday 19 January 2024 from 9.30 to 11.30am | |
| Reducing Family Conflict | Friday 26 January 2024 from 9.30 to 11.30am | |
| Getting your teen to co-operate | Friday 9 February 2024 from 9.30 to 11.30am | |
| Building teens survival skills | Friday 16 February 2024 from 9.30 to 11.30am | |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 269 833 to book a place. | Thursday 29 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: sleeping well with SEND. strategies and support - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Tuesday 5 March 2024 from 12.30pm to 3.00pm | 2.5 hours |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: empowering families, SEND children and continence challenges - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Tuesday 12 March 2024 from 12.30pm to 3.00pm | 2.5 hours |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: Sensory challenges and fussy eating - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Tuesday 19 March 2024 from 12.30pm to 3.00pm | 2.5 hours |
Easington Family Hub
Whickham Street
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3DJ
Telephone 03000 268 486
Parking
There is a small car park with 4 parking spaces. Street parking available nearby.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Thursday | 9.00am to 10.00am | |
Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
Our sensory room for parents/carers and their baby to use, has lights, sounds and textures to explore. Please call 03000 269 021 to book.
More activities
| Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Incredible Years - For parents/carers of children aged 3-10 years, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand your child's behaviour. Booking required, please call 03000 269 021 to book your place. | Monday 8 January 2024 from 10.00am to 12 noon | 10 weeks |
| FEARless - For parents/carers of children aged 6-14 years, to help you understand your child's anxious feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 269 021 to book your place. | Tuesday 16 January 2024 from 9.45am to 11.45am | 7 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
| Young Parent's Programme - For young parents aged between 16-21 years old or 25 year with SEND, from 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. This course takes place at Dean Bank & Ferryhill Literary Institute, St Cuthberts Terrace, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 8PP. Booking required, please call 03000 269 021 to book your place. | Wednesday 14 February 2024 from 10.00am to 2.00pm | 12 weeks |
| Staying Cool Teen - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 269 021 to book your place. | Wednesday 13 March 2024 from 1.00pm to 3.15pm | 2 weeks |
How to get here
Ferryhill Family Hub,
Beaumont Street,
Dean Bank,
Ferryhill.
DL17 8PH
Telephone 03000 269 021.
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with 8 parking spaces and 1 disabled parking space.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm | |
Cheesy Waffles - Youth group for children and young people with | Thursday | 6.00pm to 8.00pm |
Tuesday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
More activities
| Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 264 973 to book a place. | Thursday 11 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | From 1.00pm to 4.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 12 noon to 3.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Supporting your Autistic Child - For parents/carers of young people who are autistic (or pre-diagnosis) to help you have a better understanding of autism and how to meet the needs of your child. Booking required, please contact DurhamLearn@durham.gov.uk to book your place. | Monday 15 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12.30pm | 10 weeks |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, please call 03000 264 973 to book a place. | Tuesday 16 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: sleeping well with SEND, strategies and support - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. Booking required, please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net to book a place. | Thursday 18 January 2024 from 10.00am to 11.00am | 1 hour |
| FEARless - For parents/carers of children aged 6-14 years, to help you understand your child's anxious feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 264 973 to book a place. | Wednesday 24 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | 6 weeks |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: empowering families, SEND children and continence challenges- for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. Booking required, please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net to book a place. | Thursday 25 January 2024 from 10.00am to 11.00am | 1 hour |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: sensory challenges and fussy eating - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. Booking required, please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net to book a place. | Thursday 1 February 2024 from 10.00am to 11.00am | 1 hour |
| First Aid Course - Learn the basics of first aid, such as choking, seizures and burns to help keep your family safe. Booking required, please email DurhamLearn@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Tuesday 6 February 2024 from 9.00am to 4.30pm | 1 day |
| Young Parent's Programme - for young parents aged between 16-21 years old or 25 years with SEND, from 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. Booking required, please call 03000 264 973 to book a place. | Tuesday 20 February from 10.00am to 2.30pm | 12 weeks |
How to get here
Horden Family Hub,
Ocean View,
Horden,
Peterlee,
Co Durham.
SR8 4EQ
Telephone 03000 264 973
Parking
There us a car park at the centre with approximately 13 parking spaces and 2 disabled parking spaces.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Toddler and Me | Monday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
Tuesday | 9.30am to 11.15am | |
Wednesday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antenatal Infant Feeding Workshop - For parents-to-be and their support to learn about feeding and caring for your baby. Booking required, please contact your midwife to book your place. | From 1.00pm to 2.30pm on:
| 1.5 hours |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 263 666 to book a place. | From 4.00pm to 5.00pm on:
| 6 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 12.45pm to 2.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Incredible Babies - a course for you and your baby -For parents/carers and their baby. You will learn about how your baby grows and ways to support their development. Recommended to start before baby is 6 months old. Booking required - please call 03000 263 666 to book a place. | Friday 12 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | 10 weeks |
| Stepping Stones - For parents/carers of children aged 0-12 years who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, giving strategies to promote their development and potential. | Friday 12 January 2024 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm | 10 weeks |
| Infant Feeding Support Group - Support for parents and carers around feeding their baby or child. | From 1.00pm to 2.30pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Staying Cool Young Person - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 263 666 to book a place. | Tuesday 23 January 2024 from 12.30pm to 3.00pm | 2 weeks |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required - please call 03000 263 666 to book a place. | Tuesday 27 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
How to get here
Newton Aycliffe Family Hub
Stephenson Way
Newton Aycliffe
County Durham
DL5 7DD
Telephone 03000 263 666
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the school). There are 5 car parking spaces and 2 disabled car parking spaces allocated to the hub.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Toddler and Me | Monday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
Growing healthy drop-in sessions (Hill Rigg House) | Wednesday | 11.30am to 12.30pm |
Thursday | 9.30am to 11.00am | |
Educated from home - For young people aged over 11 who are educated at home. | Friday | 1.00pm to 3.00pm |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Multiply Budgeting Basics - Help take control of your finances and cash flow by understanding how budgeting works. Booking required, please email multiply@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Friday 5 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12.30pm | 16 weeks |
| Triple P Teen - For parents/carers of young people aged 12-16 years, giving simple practical skills and strategies to raise confident, healthy, and happy teenagers, and to improve family relationships. Booking required - please call 03000 266 391 to book a place. | Monday 8 January 2024 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm | 10 weeks |
| DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | From 1.00pm to 4.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Incredible Years Toddler - For parents/carers and their toddler aged 1-3 years old. You will learn how to support your child's language, social and emotional development, establish clear routines and effective ways for dealing with common problems such as crying, sleeping and behaviour issues. Booking required - please call 03000 266 391 to book a place. | Thursday 11 January 2024 from 1.00pm to 3.00pm | 13 weeks |
| Daisy chain coffee morning - Peer support for parents and careers of children who are neuro diverse, no formal diagnosis needed. | From 9.45am to 12.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 12.45pm to 2.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Staying Cool Teen - For teenagers, looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 266 391 to book a place. | Tuesday 30 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12.30pm | 2 weeks |
| Safer Choices - For young people secondary school age to understand risky behaviours, peer pressure, consequences and how to make safer choices. Booking required - please call 03000 266 391 to book a place. | Tuesday 20 February from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 263 666 to book a place. | Wednesday 28 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
How to get here
Peterlee Family Hub
Ellison Road
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 5NJ
Telephone: 03000 266 391
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Monday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm | |
| Infant feeding support groups - walk and talk group | Tuesday | 9.15am to 10.00am |
Infant feeding support groups - feeding session | Tuesday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
| Growing healthy drop-in sessions | Tuesday | 11.30am to 12.30pm |
| Toddler and Me at Seaview Centre | Thursday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | From 1.00pm to 4.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. This course will take place at Seaview Centre | Wednesday 9 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Staying Cool Adult - For adults looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | From 9.00am to 5.00pm on:
| 1 day |
| Incredible Years - For parents/carers of children aged 3-10 years, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | Tuesday 16 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30 am | 12 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | From 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
| Young Parent's Programme - For young parents aged between 16-21 years old or 25 years with SEND, from 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. This course will take place at Seaview Centre | Wednesday 14 February 2024 from 10.00am to 1.00pm | 12 weeks |
| Safer Choices - For young people secondary school age to understand risky behaviours, peer pressure, consequences and how to make safer choices. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | Tuesday 27 February 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Staying Cool Teen - For teenagers, looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | Monday 4 March 2024 from 9.00am to 1.00pm | 2 weeks |
How to get here
Seaham Family Hub,
North Terrace,
Seaham.
SR7 7EU
Telephone 03000 267 470
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with approximately 20 car parking spaces and 2 disabled car parking spaces.
What's on: January - March 2024
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
First and third Monday of the month | 1.30pm to 3.30pm | |
Monday | 2.00pm to 2.30pm | |
Monday | 10.00am to 11.30am | |
Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FEARless - For parents/carers of children aged 6-14 years, to help you understand your child's anxious feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 266 150 to book a place. | Monday 8 January 2024 from 12.30pm - 2.30pm | 6 weeks |
| Incredible Toddlers - For parents/carers and their toddler aged 1-3 years old. You will learn how to support your child's language, social and emotional development, learn about setting routines and effective ways for dealing with common problems such as crying, sleeping and behaviour. Booking required, please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Wednesday 10 January 2024 from 10.00am - 12 noon | 13 weeks |
| Staying Cool Teens - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Wednesday 10 January 2024 from 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Strengthening Families - For parents/carers and their child aged 10-14 years old. Helping you and your child build relationships to prepare for the teenage years. Booking required, please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Thursday 11 January 2024 from 4.00pm - 6.00pm | 7 weeks |
| Being a Parent of an Autistic Child - For parents/carers of autistic children, either diagnosed or on the pathway, to get support and advice. Booking required - please email EPEC@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Thursday 18 January 2024 from 9.30am - 12.30pm | 10 weeks |
| Being a Parent - For parents/carers of children aged 2-11 years, ran by parents, to help you understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please email EPEC@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | Tuesday 23 January 2024 from 6.00pm - 8.00pm | 9 weeks |
Durham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) drop-in sessions - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice. | From 12.45pm - 2.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Chill Kids: For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Monday 26 February 2024 from 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Teen Zone - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Tuesday 27 February 2024 from 4.00pm - 5.00pm | 5 weeks |
| Young Parent's Programme - For young parents aged between 16-21 years old or 25 years with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who are at least 24 weeks pregnant or have a child. Booking required, please call 03000 268 643 to book a place. | Tuesday 12 March 2024 from 10.00am - 2.00pm | 12 weeks |
How to get here
Stanley Family Hub
Clifford Road
Stanley
County Durham
DH9 0AB
Telephone: 03000 266 150
Parking
There is no car park at the Centre. Parking available nearby.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Baby and Me | Tuesday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
| Infant feeding support groups | Wednesday | 10.00am to 12 noon |
| Helping hands drop-in | Wednesday | 1.00pm to 3.00pm |
| Toddler and Me | Thursday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
More activities
| Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Incredible Toddlers -For parents/carers and their toddler aged 1-3 years old. You will learn how to support your child's language, social and emotional development, establish clear routines and effective ways for dealing with common problems such as crying, sleeping and behaviour issues. Booking required, please call 03000 267 488 to book a place. | Friday 5 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am | 13 weeks |
| Growing healthy drop-in sessions - Drop in to ask the health visiting team any questions about your child's health and development | From 9.00am to 10.00am on:
| Drop-in |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 12.45pm to 2.45pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Being a Parent of an Autistic Child - For parents/carers of autistic children, either diagnosed or on the pathway, to get support and advice. Course will run at Spennymoor Youth and Community Centre, DL16 6PP . Booking required, please email EPEC@durham.gov.uk to book your place. | Monday 15 January 2024 from 12 noon to 2.30pm | 10 weeks |
| Safer choices - For young people secondary school age to understand risky behaviours, peer pressure, consequences and how to make safer choices. Booking required, please call 03000 26 7 488 to book a place. | Tuesday 23 January 2024 from 3.45pm to 4.45pm | 6 weeks |
| Being a Parent - For parents/carers of children aged 2-11 years, run by parents, to help you understand your child's behaviour. Booking required, please email EPEC@durham.gov.uk to book your place. | Thursday 25 January 2024 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm | 8 weeks |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: empowering families, SEND children and continence challenges - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Monday 29 January 2024 from 1.30pm to 2.30pm | 1 hour |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 267 488 to book a place. | Thursday 1 February 2024 from 3.45pm to 4.45pm | 6 weeks |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: sleeping well with SEND. strategies and support - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Monday 5 February 2024 from 1.30pm to 2.30pm | 1 hour |
| Supporting the health and development of children with SEND: sensory challenges and fussy eating - for parents and carers of children 2-6 years old. To book please email hdft.0-25senddurham@nhs.net | Monday 12 February 2024 from 1.30pm to 2.30pm | 1 hour |
How to get here
Tudhoe Family Hub
Tudhoe Moor Nursery School
Tudhoe
Spennymoor
County Durham
United Kingdom
DL16 6EX
Telephone: 03000 267 488
Parking
There is a car park shared with the nursery. There are approximately 20 car parking spaces and 1 disabled car parking space.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Toddler and Me | Monday | 9.30am to 11.00am |
Wednesday | 9.30am to 11.00am | |
| Growing healthy drop-in sessions | Wednesday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antenatal Parent Education - For parents to be to learn about what to expect in labour, after giving birth (postnatal) and feeding your baby. Booking required, please contact your midwife to book a place. | From 3.00pm to 6.00pm on:
| 3 hours |
| Incredible Years - For parents/carers of children aged 3-10 years, giving you the knowledge and skills to understand your child's behaviour. Booking required - please call 03000 269 850 to book a place. | Thursday 11 January 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30 am | 10 weeks |
| DurhamWorks - Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | From 10.00am to 1.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice. Booking required - please call 03000 267 470 to book a place. | From 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required - please call 03000 269 850 to book a place. | Tuesday 30 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Staying Cool Young Person - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required - please call 03000 269 850 to book a place. | Monday 26 February 2024 from 9.30am to 3.00pm | 1 day |
How to get here
Wheatley Hill Family Hub
Jack Lawson Terrace
Wheatley Hill
County Durham
United Kingdom
DH6 3RT
Telephone: 03000 269 850
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with approximately 17 car parking spaces and 1 disabled car parking space.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Infant Feeding Support Group - walk and talk group | Monday | 12.15pm to 1.00pm |
| Infant Feeding Support Group | Monday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
| Growing healthy drop-in sessions | Wednesday | 1.00pm to 3.00pm |
DurhamWorks Drop-in: Support to help 16-24-year-olds into education, employment or training. | Friday | 9.00am to 4.00pm |
Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am | |
| Toddler and Me | Thursday | 1.30pm to 3.00m |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Antenatal Parent Education - For parents-to-be to learn about what to expect in labour, after giving birth, and feeding your baby Booking required, please contact your midwife to book your place. | From 3.00pm to 5.00pm on:
| 2 weeks |
| Primary Maths Techniques - support to understand what your child is learning in maths lessons, from Year 1 to Year 6 so you can help with their homework questions. Booking required, please email multiply@durham.gov.uk to book a place. | From 1.00pm to 3.30pm on:
| 3 weeks |
| Safer choices - For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, please call 03000 268 445 to book a place. | Tuesday 9 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Chill Kids - For children aged 7-11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, please call 03000 268 445 to book a place | Wednesday 10 January 2024 from 4.00pm to 5.00pm | 6 weeks |
| Incredible Babies - For parents/carers and their baby. Learn about how your baby grows and ways to support their development. Recommended to start before your baby is 6 months old. Booking required, please call 03000 268 445 to book a place. | Tuesday 16 January 2024 from 10.00am to 12 noon | 6 weeks |
| SENDIASS drop-in - For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice | From 1.00pm to 3.00pm and 4.00pm to 6.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
| Supporting the wellbeing of children and young people - For adults who are in contact with young people either in a professional, voluntary or parental/caring role. You will learn about of some of the mental health conditions that can affect the wellbeing of young people. Booking required, contact durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk to book your place. | Tuesday 23 January 2024 from 9.30am to 12 noon | 2.5 hours |
| Basic Maths Budgeting - Help to take control of your finances by understanding how budgeting works. Booking required, contact durhamlearn@durham.gov.uk to book you place. | From 1.00pm to 3.30 pm on:
| 3 weeks |
| Staying Cool Teen - For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required, please call 03000 268 445 to book a place. | Tuesday 30 January 2024 from 9.30am to 2.30pm | 1 day |
How to get here
Willington Family Hub
Chapel Street
Willington
Crook
County Durham
DL15 0EQ
Telephone: 03000 268 445
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with approximately 15 car parking spaces and 2 disabled car parking spaces.
Additional venues
We sometimes run our activities from other venues.
Children and Young People's Service, Barnard Castle
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service
Shaw Bank,
Barnard Castle,
County Durham.
DL12 8TD
Children and Young People's Service, Bishop Auckland
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service
Walker Drive,
Bishop Auckland,
County Durham.
DL14 6QW
Telephone: 03000 261 119
Parking
There are approximately 18 parking spaces plus 2 disabled parking spaces in the car park to the front of the building.
Children and Young People's Service, Chester-le-Street
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Burns Green,
Chester-le-Street,
County Durham.
DH3 3QH
Telephone: 03000 261 112
Parking
There is a large chargeable car park at front of building. Eight parking spaces and one disabled parking space are allocated spaces, the remainder are pay and display spaces for the general public.
Children and Young People's Service, Consett
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Moorside Primary School
Chester Road
Moorside
County Durham
United Kingdom
DH8 8EQ
Telephone 03000 268 634
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the school and daycare) with approximately 28 car parking spaces and 2 disabled care parking spaces.
Children and Young People's Service, Ferryhill
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Broom Road,
Ferryhill,
County Durham.
DL17 8AN
Telephone: 03000 261 113
Parking
There is a large car park with approximately 55 parking spaces, including disabled parking.
Children and Young People's Service, Newton Aycliffe
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Newton Aycliffe Youth Centre,
Burn Lane,
Newton Aycliffe,
County Durham.
DL5 4HX
Telephone: 03000 261 118
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the Youth Centre) where there are approximately 25 parking spaces and two disabled parking spaces.
Children and Young People's Service, Peterlee
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
The Leisure Centre,
St Cuthbert's Way,
Peterlee,
County Durham.
SR8 1AF
Telephone: 03000 261 116
Parking
There is a large car park which is shared with the leisure centre. There is a maximum stay of four hours.
Children and Young People's Service, Seaham
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Strangford Road,
Seaham,
County Durham.
SR7 8QE
Telephone: 03000 261 117
Parking
There is a shared car park (with the Youth Centre). There are approximately 25 parking spaces and 2 disabled parking spaces.
Children and Young People's Service, Stanley
How to get here
Children and Young People's Service,
Front Street,
Stanley,
County Durham.
DH9 0TE
Telephone: 03000 261 114
Parking
There is a car park at the rear of the building with approximately 12 parking spaces and 2 disabled parking spaces.
Seaview Centre
How to get here
Seaview Centre
Seaview Primary School
Access off Grantham Avenue
Seaham
SR7 8LX
To book activities at this centre please contact Seaham Family Hub.
Sherburn Hill Centre
How to get here
Front Street
Sherburn Hill
Durham
DH6 1PA
To book activities at this centre please contact Durham Family Hub.
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