Support for Parents
Our community offers a range of local services aimed at supporting you in your journey through parenthood. Whether you're seeking guidance on child development, in need of parenting workshops, or simply require a supportive network, we have resources readily available to assist you.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need support to explore the services below. We understand that parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, and we're here to lend a helping hand.
We have collated a collection of local support groups, and also helpline and charity group contacts for you to discuss any concerns you have around the health, safety or development of your child or your home environment.
Local Support Groups
Dad's Space
Connected & Derby County Community Trust @ Derwent Family Hub, Monmouth Street, Chaddesden, DE21 6BD
Come and meet our friendly Connected peer supporters and Lucas from Derby County Community Trust for relaxed chat, a hot drink and a biscuit or two. Lots of toys for babies and toddlers and friendly chat for adults. This group is free and there is no need to book. This group is for any dads with babies and children under 5 years old, including dads to-be.
(runs throughout the year – please check our Facebook page for planned closures)
For more information contact hannah.moore@perinatalsupport.org.uk
**Children are allowed at this session!**
Thursday
10am-12pm
Chaddesden
Dads, Bats and Chats
Midway Community Centre, Rowan Drive, Newhall, Swadlincote, DE11 0FF
Dads, Bats, and Chats is a group for dads and expectant dads to come together to take part in playing indoor cricket together and chat. Monday evenings fortnightly 7-9pm starting on the 15th of January, at the Midway Community Centre, Swadlincote, DE11 0FF. No need to book or bring any equipment or have any experience in playing cricket before. Just come along!
What the group hopes to achieve:
Provide an opportunity for dads and expectant dads to take part in fun and lively indoor cricket
To create an environment for dads and expectant dads to speak openly
To help build a community for dads and expectant dads
Contact Alex for more information at alex.webster@dcfcricket.com
Monday
7pm-9pm
Derbyshire
Dad's Space
Connected & Derby County Community Trust @ Harrison's Hub, Pride Park Stadium, DE24 8XL
Come and meet our friendly Connected peer supporters and Lucas from Derby County Community Trust for relaxed chat, a hot drink and a biscuit or two. This group is free and there is no need to book. This group is for any dads, including dads to be, and babies who aren’t yet mobile are welcome.
(runs throughout the year – please check our Facebook page for planned closures)
For more information contact hannah.moore@perinatalsupport.org.uk
Thursday
7.30pm-9pm
Pride Park
Parent Support Group (First Wednesday of each month)
Umbrella, Annie's Place, 8 Bedford Close, DE22 3HQ
If you need someone to talk to, you are welcome to stop by for a cuppa and a chat with our friendly team. Parents/Carers are not always looking for a quick fix, sometimes they just want someone to listen, someone who will not judge them but provide a listening ear and at Umbrella we recognise that parents/carers should be emotionally supported, that the needs of children change, that services alter and that views of parents/carers should be respected by professionals.
Support groups
Parents and carers tell us they feel stressed, often isolated and lonely. This is where our support groups make a big difference.
Why come to a support group?
Meet other parents/carers in similar situations
Hear what others have to say
Learn new information
Share emotions safely
Form new friendships
Enjoy the opportunity to socialise
Relieve stress
Share issues/ideas to help pinpoint action plans
Don’t feel alone any more.
Wednesday
10am-12pm
City Centre