Willington Family Hub
Find out what's on at Willington Family Hub.
Weekly activities
Activity/group | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
Midwife Early Bird Clinic For newly pregnant mams to receive information about staying healthy in pregnancy. Your midwife can book you an appointment. | Monday | 8.30am to 11.45am |
Infant Feeding (walk and talk group) | Monday | 12.15pm to 1.00pm |
Infant Feeding | Monday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
Nurturing Little Minds A weekly peer support group for those who have given birth within the past 12 months, who may be feeling alone, isolated or worried about their emotional wellbeing or mental health. This does not need to be diagnosed. If you think you would benefit from this group, please contact your health visitor on 03000 263 538. | Tuesday | 1.00pm to 2.30pm |
Growing Healthy | Wednesday | 10.30am to 12 noon |
Antenatal Clinic Did you know you may be able to have your midwifery appointments in the Family Hub? Speak to your midwife if this would be easier for you to attend. | Thursday | 8.30am to 5.00pm |
Baby and Me | Thursday | 10.00am to 11.30am |
Toddler and Me | Thursday | 1.30pm to 3.00pm |
DurhamWorks drop-in Support to help 16 to 24 year olds into education, employment or training. | Second and fourth Friday of the month | 10.00am to 12 noon |
More activities
Activity/course | Start date/time | Duration |
|---|---|---|
WellComm early language screening session To identify children who are experience barriers to speech and language development, and provide strategies and activities for parents to use at home. | Tuesday from 1.00pm to 4.00pm on:
| 1 hour appointments |
Durham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) drop-in sessions For parents/carers of families with special educational needs and/or disabilities, drop in to ask SENDIASS for impartial information or advice. Durham SEND Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) drop-in sessions | Tuesday from 1.00pm to 3.00pm on:
| Drop-in |
Educational Psychology drop-in sessions for parents and carers Talk to the Educational Psychology team about any concerns you may have about your child such as learning, communication and language, social and emotional-wellbeing, practical skills or being independent. Educational Psychology drop-in sessions for parents and carers | Tuesday from 9.30am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
Chill Kids For children aged 7 to 11 years old, helping them to understand their big feelings and find positive ways to manage them. Booking required, Contact Willington Family Hub. | Thursday from 3.45pm to 5.00pm from:
| 6 weeks |
Durham Autism Hubs - workshops by North East Autism Society A 2 hour workshop looking at worries and action planning, common misconceptions, differences in autistic children and practical strategies to use in everyday life. Durham Autism Hubs - workshops by North East Autism Society Contact rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk or 0191 410 9974 to book. | Thursday from 10.00am to 12 noon on:
| 2 hours |
Durham Autism Hubs - workshops by North East Autism Society These appointments are for families that have questions or would like to discuss any issues in confidence. Durham Autism Hubs - workshops by North East Autism Society Contact rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk or 0191 410 9974 for an appointment. | Thursday from 10.00am to 12 noon on:
| Appointments |
Employability Durham drop-in If you are 25 or over, live in County Durham and are not in employment, we may be able to offer you information, advice and guidance. Drop into the session to talk to us. | Monday from 9.30am to 11.00am on:
| Drop-in |
Durham Dads Together drop-in Whether you are a dad-to-be, just had your baby or are heading for the toddler stage, these workshops are for you. You can get advice, tips and support on all things baby and toddler, from other dads who have been through the same experiences. The drop-in sessions will cover different topics each week. | Monday from 10.00am to 11.30am on:
Friday from 10.00am to 11.30am on:
| Drop-in |
Staying Cool Teen For teenagers looking at anger management and ways to deal with these feelings. Booking required, Contact Willington Family Hub. | From 12.30pm to 3.00pm on:
| 2 weeks (both sessions must be attended) |
Teen Zone For young people secondary school age who are struggling with confidence and self-esteem. Booking required, Contact Willington Family Hub. | Tuesday from 4.00pm to 5.00pm from:
| 6 weeks |
Triple P Baby Is for mams and dads who may feel they are struggling with their new role as a parent, with their confidence, their infants' behaviours or looking after themselves as a couple. Booking required, Contact Willington Family Hub. | Tuesday from 10.00am to 12 noon from:
| 8 weeks |
Managing Big Emotion This course is for families of children aged 3 to 11. Educational psychologists will provide information on emotions, identify possible triggers and explore ways of supporting your children to regulate their 'big feelings'. Book a place on a Family Hub event
| Tuesday from 1.00pm to 2.30pm on:
| 1.5 hours |
Infant Massage For mams, dads and carers of babies from 6 to 8 weeks up to 6 months old. | Wednesday from 10.00am to 11.30am from:
| 6 weeks |
DurhamLearn Supporting Your Autistic Child Delivered by Durham Learn this programme aims to help you have a better understanding of autism and how to meet the needs of your child. To book a place Contact Durham Learn. | Wednesday from 12 noon to 2.00pm from:
| 10 weeks |
HENRY Starting Solids This workshop will help you decide: when your baby is ready to try solid food, what foods to start with, when your baby is hungry and when they've had enough and how to make mealtimes a more enjoyable experience for you both. | Thursday from 10.00am to 11.30am on:
| 1.5 hours |
HENRY Healthy Teeth This session will give you practical tips for looking after your child's first teeth. | Thursday from 10.00am to 11.30am on:
| 1.5 hours |
Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities (EPEC) Being a Parent For mams, dads and carers of children aged 2 to 11 years, run by parents, to help you understand your child's behaviour. Booking required, Contact Willington Family Hub. | Friday from 10.00am to 12 noon from:
| 9 weeks |
Antenatal Parent Education For parents-to-be to learn about what to expect in labour, after giving birth, and feeding your baby Booking required, please contact your midwife to book your place. | Friday from 3.00pm to 5.00pm on:
| 2 weeks |
How to get here
Willington Family Hub
Chapel Street
Willington
Crook
County Durham
DL15 0EQ
Parking
There is a car park at the hub with approximately 15 car parking spaces and 2 disabled car parking spaces.
- Telephone 03000 261 111
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