Meet other kinship carers who are also looking after teenagers.
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Whether it’s a shared cup of tea, or a shoulder to cry on, support groups create an invaluable space to connect, learn and share with others in a similar situation. Find your nearest peer support group.
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Meet other kinship carers to talk about the importance of racial identity, culture and heritage.
This group is led by a Kinship volunteer who is a kinship carer themselves. The group is open to all kinship carers in the Bristol area. Our group is for all kinship carers to come and chat over a cuppa in a friendly and confidential setting.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers, and those thinking of becoming one in Stockport and the surrounding areas. A chance to chat in a friendly environment with other kinship carers who will understand.
This group is led by a kinship carer and supported by a Kinship volunteer coordinator. The group is open to all kinship carers in the Shipley area. They are a diverse group with experience and knowledge of different kinships, such as kinship foster care and special guardianship. The group is led by James who is a kinship carer.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by a Kinship volunteer coordinator. The group is open to all kinship carers and special guardians in Chesterfield and the surrounding area. The group gives kinship carers and special guardians a safe, friendly space to come together to chat, get support, share experiences, and make connections. The group is run by Andrew and Janet who are kinship carers
This group is run by the local authority and is open to all kinship carers in Lowestoft. The group is a relaxed, helpful and supportive group for special guardians and kinship carers. They encourage special guardians and kinship carers to talk about their experiences and struggles to help find a more positive outcome. They also provide opportunities to gain an understanding of the children’s presenting difficulties through training if needed.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers and special guardians in Leicestershire. The group gives kinship carers and special guardians a safe friendly space to come together to chat, get support, share experiences, and make connections.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers over 18 in Exeter and the surrounding area. Our group provides a friendly, supportive place to chat with other kinship carers over a cuppa.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers over the age of 18 in the Bournemouth area.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers over the age of 18 in Totnes and the surrounding area. The group provides a friendly, supportive place to chat with other kinship carers over a cuppa.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers in St Austell and the surrounding area. The group provides a friendly, supportive place to come and chat with other kinship carers over a cuppa.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by Kinship staff. The group is open to all kinship carers and special guardians over 18 in Plymouth and the surrounding area. Our group provides a friendly and supportive place to come together over a cuppa with other kinship carers.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers in Bude, Camelford and the surrounding area. We are a friendly and supportive group where kinship carers can meet over a cuppa to chat.
This group is led by a kinship carer and supported by a Kinship volunteer coordinator. The group is open to all kinship carers in Wilmslow and the surrounding areas. This is a chance for kinship carers to come together and share advice and support with other people who understand.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by a Kinship volunteer coordinator. The group is open to all kinship carers in Doncaster and the surrounding areas, regardless of what legal order or private arrangement you may have. It is a great opportunity to meet other kinship carers in the Doncaster area to share stories and experiences.
This group is led by Embrace Wigan and Leigh, a charity who support disabled people and their families. It is open to all special guardians and kinship carers in Wigan. This group is a chance for carers to share information, meet others, feel less isolated and provide practical and emotional support for each other.
Meet other kinship carers whose lives are affected by someone’s drug or alcohol misuse.
This group is led by a Kinship volunteer who is a kinship carer and supported by Kinship staff. The group is open to all kinship carers in Dudley and the surrounding area. Our group gives kinship carers a safe space to come together, get support, share experiences, and make connections. The group is run by Kinship’s volunteer, Suzanne, who will be there to greet you when you arrive at the venue.
This group is led by kinship carers and is open to special guardians in the Coventry area. Our peer support group is a space for special guardians to connect and support each other.
This group is led by Kinship staff and open to all kinship carers in the South Birmingham area. Our group provides a safe space for kinship carers to come together, get emotional support, share experiences, and make connections.