This group is led by Families in Harmony, an organisation run by kinship carers. The group is open to kinship carers of African, Caribbean or Black Mixed Heritage in North London, West London and Essex. We also welcome kinship carers who are non-black, but caring for a Black or Black mixed heritage kinship child. We offer peer support through cultural food/activities/celebrations, advocacy and therapeutic parenting training.
Islington Families support groups
London
The group offers:
– emotional and practical support
– advice around therapeutic parenting and benefits
– signposting and referrals into the appropriate services
– champions training if requested
There are two groups in Islington: Kinship Champions and Kinship Care & Connect.
Kinship Champions
When
3rd Wednesday of each month
11:00am to 12:30pm
Upcoming dates:
- 16 October 2024
- 20 November 2024
Where
St Mary’s Neighbourhood Centre, Upper Street, N1 2TX
Kinship Care & Connect
When
4th Thursday of each month
11:00am to 12:30pm
Upcoming dates:
- 24 October 2024
- 28 November 2024
Where
The Old Firestation, 84 Mayton Street, N7 6QT
Virtual Vibes: online chat for carers
We also run drop-in sessions via Whatsapp every Thursday, from 1 – 2pm.
How to join
Contact via email to join the group.
Children
Unfortunately children cannot attend this group.
Contact
Please get in touch if you would like to join the group have any questions.
Contact name: Peggy
Phone number: 07496 389 414
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