We run some very successful support groups for young parents under the age of 20 and their children. We have 3 groups running each week from our office in Dalton.

Each session is run by our group worker, Angie Schofield, and help is provided from our volunteers.

A lot of fun is had during the sessions, by both parents and children, with such activities as craft sessions, messy play and outings to places like Eureka! and local parks. But there is a serious side to the groups too, with activities aimed at increasing young parents’ confidence and helping them make positive life choices for themselves and their children. Our group worker helps parents to access appropriate training and contraceptive services and they are encouraged to identify the education and work options that will improve their longer-term economic prospects.

Our group worker works collaboratively with Kirklees Young People’s Service, Connexions, housing workers, Sure Start, the CAB and the Family Nurse Partnership to refer families onto specialist help and advice.

We also work in partnership with Kirklees Young People’s Service to run a group for young parents in Cleckheaton.

If you would like any further information about our young parents’ support groups, please contact us on 01484 421925. You can also ring / text Angie on 07944 938012.