The group is led by kinship carers and is open to all kinship carers in Luton. Kinship carers outside of Luton are also welcome to attend. This group brings kinship carers together to have a chat and a cuppa.
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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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An hour to come along to meet with other kinship carers who are looking after children on their own.
This group is led by Sanctuary Family Support. The group is for carers and kinship carers who have a family member with a substance misuse problem in Liverpool and the surrounding area. The peer to peer group is a place where carers, including kinship carers, can meet weekly for a chat and a cup of tea or coffee. They aim to provide support, advice and information to carers.
A cooking club for kinship carers run by Kinship Hub in South London.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by East Sussex Family & Friends Service. The group is open to all kinship carers in Peacehaven and the surrounding area. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where kinship carers can meet to support each other emotionally and practically, and build friendships. We also share information and provide guidance to kinship carers.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by East Sussex Family & Friends Service. The group is open to all kinship carers in Hastings and the surrounding area. The group is a chance for local kinship carers to come together. They provide a safe and welcoming environment where kinship carers can meet to support each other emotionally and practically, and build friendships. They also share information and provide guidance to kinship carers.
This group is led by kinship carers and supported by East Sussex Family & Friends Service. The group is open to all kinship carers in Bexhill and the surrounding area. The group gives kinship carers a private and confidential space to talk openly to other kinship carers (professionals won’t attend the group).
Want to meet with other kinship carers in your area? For kinship carers from Middlesbrough to Northumberland and across to Redcar and Cleveland.
Want to meet with other kinship carers in your area? For kinship carers from North Lincolnshire to Sheffield and across to Hull.
Want to meet with other kinship carers in your area? For kinship carers from Essex to Norfolk and across to Bedfordshire.
Want to meet with other kinship carers in your area? For kinship carers across London.
Want to meet with other kinship carers in your area? For kinship carers from Southampton to Buckinghamshire and across to Kent.
An hour to come along to meet with other kinship carers as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
This group is led by Hetty's and is open to all kinship carers and potential kinship carers in Nottinghamshire. The group connects local kinship carers in the comfort of their own homes. You will meet friendly kinship carers to share views and experiences, and discuss any issues around kinship care without judgement. The group hope that by joining them, you make time for yourself and reduce any isolation that you may feel. They also have opportunities to join National campaigns and initiatives.
This group is led by Hetty's and is open to all kinship carers and potential kinship carers in Newark. The group connects local kinship carers in a warm and friendly environment without judgement. It is an opportunity for kinship carers to share their views and experiences, and discuss issues around kinship care. They also have opportunities to join National campaigns & initiatives.
This group is led by Hetty's and is open to all kinship carers and potential kinship carers in Mansfield. The group connects local kinship carers in a warm and friendly environment without judgement. It is an opportunity for kinship carers to share their views and experiences, and discuss issues around kinship care. They also have opportunities to join National campaigns & initiatives.
This group is led by Hetty's and is open to all kinship carers and potential kinship carers in Bassetlaw. The group connects local kinship carers in a warm and friendly environment without judgement. It is an opportunity for kinship carers to share their views and experiences, and discuss issues around kinship care. They also have opportunities to join National campaigns & initiatives.
Coffee mornings led by Kinship Carers Liverpool and open to all kinship carers in Liverpool and the surrounding area.
This group is led by kinship carers and is open to all kinship carers in Cambridgeshire. They aim to befriend and support all kinship carers, regardless of order or what stage of the kinship process they are at. They provide friendship and a place to share issues with those who truly empathise.
This group is run by a kinship carer working with The Parent Network. The group is open to all kinship carers and special guardians in Caerphilly. The group is for like minded people to come together to exchange experiences, views and to support one another in a relaxed environment.
These peer support sessions are run by More Than Grandparents and are open to all kinship carers in Sunderland and the surrounding area.
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