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Bedfordshire Virtual Kinship Group
East England
When
1st Thursday of every month
Where
Online – Zoom
Who can join
Any kinship carer based in Bedfordshire. If you live somewhere else, search for an online group near you.
How to join
Contact Amanda for the Zoom Link.
Children
Please note that children cannot attend this group. We do understand that children may be in the home or near you while you are online. But we ask that, if possible, you wear headphones.
What to expect
We meet online each month and it’s led by Amanda, a special guardian. Email bedsvirtual@gmail.com for the next meeting and joining instructions.
Contact us
Email peersupport@kinship.org.uk if you have any worries or questions.
Kinship regional online groups
As a kinship carer, when you have the chance to meet with others who know what it’s like, you feel stronger for it. We have 8 regional online groups across England to come together with others in your area.
If you don’t live in Bedfordshire, search for an online group near you.
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Being a kinship carer is rewarding, but hard. We’re here for the good days and the bad days. For the ups and the downs. And everything in-between. Because we’re here for you.
Peer support groups are a great way to meet other kinship carers, share your experiences and exchange advice. Find your nearest group.
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