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The Department for Education would like to speak with families living in Northumberland who have at least one child aged 2–6. They’re interested in hearing from families who use the Family Hubs, as well as those who don’t.

If you decide to take part, you’ll be invited to a 60‑minute interview with a member of the research team.

Please click on the link below to find out more and see how you can get involved.

Family Hubs Test, Learn and Grow accelerator - Sign-up form for families

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Lullaby Trust Safer Sleep Week 9-15th March 2026

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Lullaby Trust Safer Sleep Week 9-15th March 2026

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Our Peep Twins/Multiples Group is back in Hexham!👶

Join us for fun, connection, and support with other families of twins, triplets, and multiples.

📅 Starts Friday 27th February for 6 weeks

⏰ 1:30–2:30pm
📍Hexham Family Hub

🌟 For children aged 0–5 years 🌟

Come along and meet other parents and carers in a relaxed and welcoming space.

Free to attend – no need to book!

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Are you or your partner pregnant, or have your family just welcomed a baby?

Join us for a fascinating workshop exploring how baby's brain develops, and how you can support them, in our bitesize virtual session 'Building A Brain' 🧠

📅 Wednesday 11th February at 6pm, using Microsoft Teams

👉 Get in touch to book your place, or visit

nland.cc/fhreq

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Are you or your partner pregnant, or have your family just welcomed a baby?

Join us for a fascinating workshop exploring how baby's brain develops, and how you can support them, in our bitesize virtual session 'Building A Brain' 🧠

📅 Wednesday 11th February at 6pm, using Microsoft Teams

👉 Get in touch to book your place, or visit

nland.cc/fhreq

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Are you or your partner pregnant, or have your family just welcomed a baby?

Join us for a fascinating workshop exploring how baby's brain develops, and how you can support them, in our bitesize virtual session 'Building A Brain' 🧠

📅 Wednesday 11th February at 6pm, using Microsoft Teams

👉 Get in touch to book your place, or visit

nland.cc/fhreq

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Are you or your partner pregnant, or have your family just welcomed a baby?

Join us for a fascinating workshop exploring how baby's brain develops, and how you can support them, in our bitesize virtual session 'Building A Brain' 🧠

📅 Wednesday 11th February at 6pm, using Microsoft Teams

👉 Get in touch to book your place, or visit

nland.cc/fhreq

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✏️ Ready, Steady, School! ✏️

Is your little one starting school in September? Give them a flying start at a school or nursery, with hints and tips to encourage independent skills and their development, as they take their next steps.

🌟 For nursery/ pre-school children 🌟

📅 Starting Monday 30th March from 1-2:30pm

📍 At Haltwhistle Family Hub

👉 Book now! Visit nland.cc/fhreq

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🚽 Toilet Training Workshop 🌟

Is your little one ready to take the next step? Join us for a helpful and supportive session all about toilet training!

📅 Monday 23rd March, 1-2:30pm at Haltwhistle Family Hub

👉 Book now! Visit nland.cc/fhreq

*Parents and Carers only please.

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Parenting is a journey, and sometimes we need a few signposts to help keep us on track. Navigating Parenthood is our online course sharing hints and tips in a supportive group across 5 weeks. ❤️

There are 2 groups starting in March, which one will you join?

📅 Starting Thursday 5th March 10-11am, using Microsoft Teams
or
📅 Starting Wednesday 11th March 6-7pm, using Microsoft Teams

Fill in the short form here to book your place, or get in touch for more info! 👇
nland.cc/fhreg

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Parenting is a journey, and sometimes we need a few signposts to help keep us on track. Navigating Parenthood is our online course sharing hints and tips in a supportive group across 5 weeks. ❤️

There are 2 groups starting in March, which one will you join?

📅 Starting Thursday 5th March 10-11am, using Microsoft Teams
or
📅 Starting Wednesday 11th March 6-7pm, using Microsoft Teams

Fill in the short form here to book your place, or get in touch for more info! 👇
nland.cc/fhreg

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Parenting is a journey, and sometimes we need a few signposts to help keep us on track. Navigating Parenthood is our online course sharing hints and tips in a supportive group across 5 weeks. ❤️

There are 2 groups starting in March, which one will you join?

📅 Starting Thursday 5th March 10-11am, using Microsoft Teams
or
📅 Starting Wednesday 11th March 6-7pm, using Microsoft Teams

Fill in the short form here to book your place, or get in touch for more info! 👇
nland.cc/fhreg

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Parenting is a journey, and sometimes we need a few signposts to help keep us on track. Navigating Parenthood is our online course sharing hints and tips in a supportive group across 5 weeks. ❤️

There are 2 groups starting in March, which one will you join?

📅 Starting Thursday 5th March 10-11am, using Microsoft Teams
or
📅 Starting Wednesday 11th March 6-7pm, using Microsoft Teams

Fill in the short form here to book your place, or get in touch for more info! 👇
nland.cc/fhreg

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💜 Calling all Grandmas, Nanas, Grandpas, Pops, this one is for you! 💜

Coming soon to Hexham Family Hub- Grandparents Stay and Play!
A fun, free, Stay & Play group for grandparents to enjoy and explore with their grandchildren aged 0-5 years

📅 Starting Thursday 26th February
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
For 6 weeks
📍 At Hexham Family Hub, Beaufront Avenue, Hexham, NE46 1JD

Of course grandparents are more than welcome to come along to any of our groups, but this one is reserved especially for you

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Is your child struggling with sleep? 🌙

This virtual workshop will help you with all the sleep secrets you need:
✔️ Understand sleep cycles
✔️ Causes of sleep issues
✔️ The importance of sleep

What you can do to support your child to sleep better

Delivered virtually over one session, join us on either
⏰ Monday 2nd March 10-11:30am
or
⏰ Thursday 2nd April 4–5:30pm

👉 Book now! Visit
nland.cc/fhreq

For parents and carers of children and young people aged between 4-25 years

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Sleep workshop, Virtual, March-April 2026

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Is your child struggling with sleep? 🌙

This virtual workshop will help you with all the sleep secrets you need:
✔️ Understand sleep cycles
✔️ Causes of sleep issues
✔️ The importance of sleep

What you can do to support your child to sleep better

Delivered virtually over one session, join us on either
⏰ Monday 2nd March 10-11:30am
or
⏰ Thursday 2nd April 4–5:30pm

👉 Book now! Visit
nland.cc/fhreq

For parents and carers of children and young people aged between 4-25 years

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Sleep workshop, Virtual, March-April 2026

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Is your child struggling with sleep? 🌙

This virtual workshop will help you with all the sleep secrets you need:
✔️ Understand sleep cycles
✔️ Causes of sleep issues
✔️ The importance of sleep

What you can do to support your child to sleep better

Delivered virtually over one session, join us on either
⏰ Monday 2nd March 10-11:30am
or
⏰ Thursday 2nd April 4–5:30pm

👉 Book now! Visit
nland.cc/fhreq

For parents and carers of children and young people aged between 4-25 years

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Sleep workshop, Virtual, March-April 2026

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Is your child struggling with sleep? 🌙

This virtual workshop will help you with all the sleep secrets you need:
✔️ Understand sleep cycles
✔️ Causes of sleep issues
✔️ The importance of sleep

What you can do to support your child to sleep better

Delivered virtually over one session, join us on either
⏰ Monday 2nd March 10-11:30am
or
⏰ Thursday 2nd April 4–5:30pm

👉 Book now! Visit
nland.cc/fhreq

For parents and carers of children and young people aged between 4-25 years

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Infant Feeding and Nurturing Babies Padlet

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Infant Feeding and Nurturing Babies Padlet

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Click on the image to access our Infant Feeding and nurturing babies padlet, where you can find out all about infant feeding support in your local area and across Northumberland.

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Padlet with more videos and support for parenting Teens

Who is this for?
Anyone with an older child.

How do I access?
Click here

What will I experience?
Understand puberty
Childs brain development
How do I communicate with my teen
How can I support with sleep
Mental health support
Drugs and alcohol
Keeping safe online
Supporting child with identity
Anti social behaviour
Child to parent abuse
More padlets from other services

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Understanding your child with additional needs (learn at home)

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Understanding your child with additional needs (learn at home)

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This course is a support for your emotional wellbeing. Parenting a child with additional needs can bring a range of big emotions, that at times may feel overwhelming.

Recognising and processing these feelings is a really important part of the care you provide your child.

Go to inourplace.co.uk

Use code HADRIAN to get free access.

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Togetherness - Bringing the Solihull Approach

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The parent Factor in ADHD

Who is this for?
The Parent Factor in ADHD is a programme which has been written specifically for parents of children aged up to 16 years who have a clinical diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

What support can be offered?
• To increase parents knowledge of ADHD and its treatment
▪ To give parents insight into how it feels to be a child with ADHD
▪ To give parents advice on how to promote a more positive relationship with their child
▪ To educate parents on strategies for effective behaviour management

Contact:
Find out more here: https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/services/parent-factor-adhd-service

Email: orchardMosaic.project@barnardos.org.uk

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Understanding Relationships (Learn at home)

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Understanding Relationships (Learn at home)

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Click here or go to inourplace.co.uk.

Use Code HADRIAN to get free access

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Togetherness - Bringing the Solihull Approach

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Who is this for?

Parents and caregivers of babies.

The resource provides clear advice around keep your baby safe when sleeping.

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Protect your little one from the flu - because you nose it makes sense!

For children aged 2-3, its as easy as a quick nasal spray - no needles, just protection! Its safe and works better for children than an injection. Your GP will be in touch to book an appointment. If you haven't heard from them by mid-October, please call them to book your child's flu spray. Find out more at:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vacinations/chil-flu-vaccine/

#BeWiseImmunise

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Pharmacies can offer support and advice. Please see the poster for where they can help.

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Got an itch. Tummy Trouble. Tickly Cough.

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Who is this for?

Parents and caregivers of babies and young children

The Little Orange Book provides advice and tips on how to manage illness and problems that children 0-5 years often experience.

It also offers information on what to look out for and how to get help if the condition is more serious.

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Who is this for?

Teens and early adult years

This is for parents or caregivers to share with those going through the teenage years.

The Little Book of Useful Stuff is full of helpful tips to keep your teens safe and healthy throughout a confusing time of life.

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A little book of useful stuff - teenagers

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Who is this for?

Parents or caregivers of children 0-5

On the website you will find:

Child safety resources

Accident prevention tips and advice

Most recent advice on new products which may cause an accident

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Sign up for this #Free Understanding Children's Behaviour online workshop at 👉 nland.cc/fhreq

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Virtual Henry Understanding Childrens Behaviour

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Toby Henderson Trust Webinars and Workshops

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Toby Henderson Trust Webinars and Workshops

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You asked, we listened… Workshops are back!

We’re excited to share that this year we have three new workshops taking place at Toby House, Earth Balance, in Bedlington for parents and carers.

We also know that our webinars allow us to reach so many people, so these will continue to run alongside our in-person sessions. If you’re able, we would be extremely grateful for a small donation when attending a webinar or workshop. All contributions help us keep sessions running and introduce brand-new workshops and webinars in the future!

More information can be found on the posters below or by visiting our website where you can also book your place:

Webinars: https://www.ttht.co.uk/training-workshops-and.../webinars/ and Workshops: https://www.ttht.co.uk/training-workshops-and.../workshops/.

You can also contact us by emailing admin@ttht.co.uk or calling us on 0300 365 3055.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

From all of us at Team Toby 💙

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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Want to feel more confident dealing with emergencies at home or out and about with your little ones?

Join us for our upcoming Emergency First Aid Awareness sessions where you'll learn essential skills. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📍Prudhoe Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 9.30-11.30am

📍Hexham Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 12.30-2.30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

🕐 Wednesday 11th March 12:30-2:30pm

📍Bellingham Family Hub (at the Fire Station)

🕐 Thursday 19th March 12:30-2:30pm

✅ Book now: nland.cc/fhreq

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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Want to feel more confident dealing with emergencies at home or out and about with your little ones?

Join us for our upcoming Emergency First Aid Awareness sessions where you'll learn essential skills. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📍Prudhoe Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 9.30-11.30am

📍Hexham Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 12.30-2.30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

🕐 Wednesday 11th March 12:30-2:30pm

📍Bellingham Family Hub (at the Fire Station)

🕐 Thursday 19th March 12:30-2:30pm

✅ Book now: nland.cc/fhreq

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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Want to feel more confident dealing with emergencies at home or out and about with your little ones?

Join us for our upcoming Emergency First Aid Awareness sessions where you'll learn essential skills. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📍Prudhoe Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 9.30-11.30am

📍Hexham Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 12.30-2.30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

🕐 Wednesday 11th March 12:30-2:30pm

📍Bellingham Family Hub (at the Fire Station)

🕐 Thursday 19th March 12:30-2:30pm

✅ Book now: nland.cc/fhreq

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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Want to feel more confident dealing with emergencies at home or out and about with your little ones?

Join us for our upcoming Emergency First Aid Awareness sessions where you'll learn essential skills. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📍Prudhoe Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 9.30-11.30am

📍Hexham Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 12.30-2.30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

🕐 Wednesday 11th March 12:30-2:30pm

📍Bellingham Family Hub (at the Fire Station)

🕐 Thursday 19th March 12:30-2:30pm

✅ Book now: nland.cc/fhreq

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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NEW Free First Aid for parents and carers❗

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Want to feel more confident dealing with emergencies at home or out and about with your little ones?

Join us for our upcoming Emergency First Aid Awareness sessions where you'll learn essential skills. Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📍Prudhoe Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 9.30-11.30am

📍Hexham Family Hub

🕐 Friday 6th March 12.30-2.30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

🕐 Wednesday 11th March 12:30-2:30pm

📍Bellingham Family Hub (at the Fire Station)

🕐 Thursday 19th March 12:30-2:30pm

✅ Book now: nland.cc/fhreq

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💜 Autism Family Support Drop-In Sessions
Come along for a cuppa and a chat ☕😊 No diagnosis needed! For parents of pupils aged 0–19 years.

📍 Hexham Family Hub
(On Hexham First School Site, Beaufront Avenue, NE46 1JD)
📅 Tuesday 24th February 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

✨ Additional Evening Session
📍 Morpeth Golf Club, Loansdean, NE61 2BT
📅 Tuesday 31st March 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

⭐ Drop in anytime!

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🚽👶 Bladder and Bowel Clinic – Supporting Children 4+ 👧👦

Struggling with toileting issues? You're not alone! 💬 Join our virtual clinic hosted by Growing Healthy Northumberland 🌱 to get expert advice from our 0-19 practitioners.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 20th January

⏰ Time: 1pm – 2pm

💻 Location: Online (Virtual)

🎯 Learn practical strategies to help your child feel confident and comfortable with toileting.

✨ Reserve your spot today! ✨

Book now by simply reserving a slot through our webpage
https://shorturl.at/mlRcs

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Growing Healthy Bladder and Bowel Clinic

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👶 Peep Stay & Play 0-18 Months – Free session

Relax, meet other families, chat with practitioners, and enjoy fun activities to support your babies development.

Tuesdays: 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 Hexham Family Hub

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📍 Pennine Way, Bellingham, Northumberland, NE48 2JW

🚒 We run weekly sessions from Bellingham Fire Station.

📞 Give us a call on 01661 839350

🕘 Opening Hours:
✅ Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
✅ Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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👶 Baby Stay & Play 👶
Come along to our friendly sessions for babies aged 0–18 months and their parents/carers!

📍 Shaftoe Trust Academy, Haydon Bridge, NE47 6BN
📅 Mondays, 2–3pm
🗓 Starting 5th January for 6 weeks

A great chance to meet other parents, enjoy playtime with your little one, and learn together.

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✨ PEEP Sensory Stay & Play Sessions at Haltwhistle Family Hub! ✨

Looking for a fun, free, and engaging way to support your baby's development? Join us for PEEP Baby Sensory – a 5-week program designed for little ones aged 0–18 months.

📍 Where: Haltwhistle Family Hub

📅 Starts: Starting 23rd February

🕙 Time: 10–11am Weekly

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💛 Empowering Parents and Carers Group

Are you a parent or carer of a child, young person, or adult (up to 25) with additional needs or disabilities?

Join us for a 6-week supportive group starting Friday 27th February, 09:30–11:00am at Prudhoe Family Hub

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Bellingham's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Bellingham's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Haltwhistle's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Haltwhistle's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Hexham's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Hexham's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Prudhoe's What's on Guide (February - April)

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Prudhoe's What's on Guide (February - April)

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🤰 Support is available throughout pregnancy and your baby’s early years!

👉 Find out more by visiting the Family Hubs website and clicking ‘Start for Life’.

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The Family Hubs Northumberland Start for Life offer sets out the services and support available to families in our local area from pregnancy to the age of two years.

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🌟 Don’t struggle alone! 🌟

💙 If you’re finding things tough, remember it’s OK to ask for help. 🍎 West Northumberland Food Bank can deliver food & essential items straight to your doorstep. 🤝 A free, confidential service for anyone experiencing poverty.

You are not alone – support is just a call or message away 💌

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💜 Autism Family Support Drop-In Sessions
Come along for a cuppa and a chat ☕😊 No diagnosis needed! For parents of pupils aged 0–19 years.

📍 Hexham Family Hub
(On Hexham First School Site, Beaufront Avenue, NE46 1JD)
📅 Tuesday 24th February 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

✨ Additional Evening Session
📍 Morpeth Golf Club, Loansdean, NE61 2BT
📅 Tuesday 31st March 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

⭐ Drop in anytime!

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👶 Baby and Me

Meet our Wellbeing Practitioners, enjoy time with your baby, connect with other parents, and discover all your Family Hub has to offer.

Next on here:

📅 Wednesday 18th February

📍 Hexham Family Hub

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kinship Support Group – Prudhoe
A welcoming space to connect, share, and find support.

🗓 First Monday of every month
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
📍 Prudhoe Family Hub, Broomhouse Lane, NE42 5FT

👶 Adults usually attend, but children are welcome if needed!

💬 Need advice, a listening ear, or just a friendly chat? Come and join our community!

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🧭 Navigating Parenthood – FREE 5-Week Course

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For parents & carers of children aged 6+

Parenting is a journey full of change—this course helps you navigate it with confidence. Connect with others and feel more prepared for the road ahead. 💬💛

✅ Book your place now: nland.cc/fhreq

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📚🎶 Stories & Rhymes at the Warm Welcome 🎶📚

Join us for a cosy hour of storytelling, singing, and fun! No need to book—just drop in and enjoy. 💛

📅 5th of March and 2nd of April

⏰ Thursdays, 1–2 PM
📍 Haltwhistle Methodist Church Hall, Westgate, NE49 0AX
👶 For children aged 0–5 years

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🤰 Are you pregnant?

Join our FREE 4-week “Preparation for Parenthood” programme to help you get ready for your baby’s arrival:
✔ Practical, evidence-based tips
✔ Meet other expectant parents and build friendships

🌟 HENRY Programme
📅 TBC
📍 Hexham Family Hub

✅ Book your place now: nland.cc/fhreq

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Wondering which vaccines and tests your baby needs?

Vaccines protect your baby from serious diseases like measles, rubella, tetanus, and meningitis—and help protect other children too. Your baby will also be offered NHS screening tests soon after birth to catch rare conditions early.

Have questions about your baby’s vaccines or screenings? Talk to your midwife, health visitor, or GP.

https://www.nhs.uk/.../vaccinations-and-newborn.../

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Did you know? 🍓

Family Hubs are collection points for FREE Healthy Start Vitamins!

✅ You’ll qualify for the #NHSHealthyStartScheme if:

You’re at least 10 weeks pregnant, or

You have a child under 4 years old, and

You receive one of the benefits listed on the NHS Healthy Start website.

👉 Find out more: www.healthystart.nhs.uk

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🔓🥳 Unlock FREE HENRY Workshops!
Available to book NOW!

Topics include:
✔ Eating well for less
✔ Starting solids
✔ Understanding children’s behaviour
✔ Healthy teeth
✔ Fussy eating
✔ Looking after ourselves

✅ Complete our referral form 👉 nland.cc/fhreq

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💚 Northumberland Family Panels need YOU!

Help shape the future of Family Hub services.

✅ Share your ideas and feedback
✅ Work with Family Hub Managers
✅ Make a real difference for families

📲 Get involved by scanning the QR code or contacting your local hub today!

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👶 Peep Stay & Play – Free sessions for parents, carers & little ones!

Relax, meet other families, chat with practitioners, and enjoy fun activities to support your child’s development.

Tuesdays (0–5 years): 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Haltwhistle Family Hub (Starts 4th Nov – 7 weeks)

Fridays (0–5 years): 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Haltwhistle Family Hub

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Calm Stay & Play for ages 0-5 years (additional needs & disabilities)

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Calm Stay & Play for ages 0-5 years (additional needs & disabilities)

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💜 Calm Stay & Play
Free session for parents/carers with babies & children who have additional needs or are on the pathway to diagnosis.

Mondays: 1:15–2:15 PM
📍 Hexham Family Hub

A relaxed space to meet other families, chat with practitioners, and enjoy fun activities that support your child’s learning and development.

📞 Questions? Call 01434 601698

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🎉 Discover New Features on the New Dad Pad App! 🚀

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🎉 Discover New Features on the New Dad Pad App! 🚀

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👨‍👧 Every new or soon-to-be Dad living in Northumberland has FREE access!

📖 New dads can borrow a 38-page wipe-clean DadPad booklet for FREE from your nearest Family Hub.

👉 Find your local Family Hub

🔗 For more information, visit: thedadpad.co.uk/app

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🎉 Discover New Features on the New Dad Pad App! 🚀

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🎉 Discover New Features on the New Dad Pad App! 🚀

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Every new or soon-to-be Dad living in Northumberland has FREE access!

New dads can also loan a 38-page wipe-clean DadPad booklet for free from your nearest Family Hub. Click here to find your local Family Hub

For more information visit the DadPad website: https://thedadpad.co.uk/app/

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Free Sessions to Boost Mental Wellbeing

Open to any adult living or working in Northumberland.

✅ New to us? Complete the enrolment form:
https://northumberlandrecoverycollege.co.uk/resources/

✅ Returning attendee? Email: nrc@everyturn.org

📅 Every Wednesday: 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 The Torch Centre, Corbridge Road, Hexham, NE46 1QS

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Peep Stay and Play – Free session for parents, carers & little ones!

Thursdays: 1–2 PM
📍 Bellingham Family Hub (Fire Station)

Meet other families, chat with practitioners, and enjoy fun activities to support your child’s learning and development.

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Sensory Processing Service

For children and young people in Northumberland. Helping parents, carers, and professionals understand how sensory processing affects daily life.

What’s offered:
✔ Helpful leaflets
✔ Short videos
✔ Parent & professional workshops
✔ Consultation line

Find out more:
🌐 sensoryot.northumbria.nhs.uk/resources
📞 01670 564 050

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🧩 Sensory Boxes Available at All Family Hubs

Sensory boxes are available at all family hubs to support a person’s visit. The specific items in the box are to support sensory needs that individuals may have.

For neurodiverse individuals having these items may help them to cope with the challenges they may face in attending an appointment/group.  It is a way to help regulate the nerves and release excess energy.

It may help an individual to be able to focus on what they need to at the time they need to do it using sensory regulation. Separate waiting areas may be available on request for those where waiting in a busy reception area would prove challenging.

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Did you know? 🍓

Family Hubs are collection points for FREE Healthy Start Vitamins!

✅ You’ll qualify for the #NHSHealthyStartScheme if:

You’re at least 10 weeks pregnant, or

You have a child under 4 years old, and

You receive one of the benefits listed on the NHS Healthy Start website.

👉 Find out more: www.healthystart.nhs.uk

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What is Healthy Start?

If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to get help to buy healthy food and milk.

If you're eligible, you'll be sent a Healthy Start card with money on it that you can use in some UK shops. We'll add your benefit onto this card every 4 weeks.

You can use your card to buy:

plain liquid cow's milk

fresh, frozen, and tinned fruit and vegetables

fresh, dried, and tinned pulses

infant formula milk based on cow's milk

You can also use your card to collect:

Healthy Start vitamins - these support you during pregnancy and breastfeeding

vitamin drops for babies and young children - these are suitable from birth to 4 years old

If you live in Scotland

You can get help from Best Start Foods (opens in a new tab) instead.

Advice on healthy eating

For more advice on healthy eating, visit:

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NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies

(formerly Talking Matters Northumberland)

Free psychological treatment for anyone 16+ with a GP in Northumberland.

We offer:
✔ One-to-one talking therapy for depression, anxiety, stress & more
✔ Couples Therapy for Depression

📞 Phone: 0300 3030 700
📧 Email: tmn.info@nhs.net

🕐 Opening Hours:
Mon–Thu: 8 AM – 8 PM

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Phone: 0300 3030 700 Fax: 0300 30 30 900 Email: tmn.info@nhs.net Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm, Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 9am-1pm Address: Unit 4, Telford Court, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2DB Please note, we offer appointments via telephone, video, and from across the county from a range of local venues. Self refer online If you are referring a patient, please use our Referral form for Professionals here and e-mail to us at: tmn.info@nhs.net What we do: NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies (formerly known as Talking Matters Northumberland) offers free psychological treatment for people aged 16 and over who have a GP in Northumberland. We offer one-to-one talking therapy for depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health related problems. We also offer Couples Therapy for Depression. 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. Our aim is to ensure people in Northumberland can get quick and easy access to personalised treatment to support their recovery and live life to the full. Should you be experiencing emotional or mental health issues that affect your daily living, employment, or wider health needs then NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies will almost certainly benefit you. We provide free psychological treatment, support, and recovery to anyone in Northumberland experiencing common difficulties such as: Low mood and depression Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Stress Panic attacks Phobias Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Health Anxiety Social anxiety Disorder (SAD) Bereavement/loss Work-related stress Long-term health conditions (LTC) Sleep problems Relationships impacted by one or both partners having depression The service is part of the national NHS Talking Therapies, for anxiety and depression programme. It is run in collaboration with Sunderland Counselling Service. Treatment options: We offer a range of Psychological Therapies or what some people refer to as ‘Talking Therapies’. It has been shown that certain approaches work best for some problems more than others as evidenced by Nice Guidelines. When you make a referral, you’ll be offered the next available telephone appointment. You will be assessed over the phone by one of our Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) or Cognitive Behavioural Therapists. The appointment is likely to last between 30 to 45 minutes to talk about your challenges and difficulties and collaboratively work out what approach might best suit you at this time or whether another service is best placed to support you. There will be certain problems that could respond well to one or two types of therapy or support, the practitioner will work with you to decide which option is best based on your current needs. Read about the different interventions we offer Read more Guided Self Help: these sessions are designed to help you access good quality information about the problems you are experiencing and learn skills to overcome these. You will have regular appointments with one of our PWPs who will guide you through interventions to work towards your goals. Computerised Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (cCBT): an online, evidence-based programme, Silvercloud offering CBT-based modules that can be completed at your pace. You will be supported by a PWP to work through the programme identified for your needs and implement the skills to address your concerns.  Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT): this is a time-limited talking therapy focused on how you feel right now. It can help you to understand how your thoughts feelings and actions may be linked to your problems and can help to identify the changes which could be made to improve your mood. You will be assisted by a Support Worker to develop your own treatment plan. You can read more about CBT here. Couple Therapy for Depression: Couples Therapy is a form of talking therapy where you can discuss your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours within your relationship. The sessions aim to help couples to understand how their relationship can impact their own or their partner’s mental health. This enables people to make changes in their life so they can better manage their issues going forward, resulting in a more stable and harmonious relationship. Counselling for Depression: Counselling is a talking therapy that provides you with the opportunity to discuss and explore your issues and feelings in a supportive and therapeutic environment. Counselling may involve talking about life events, emotions, relationships, and your ways of thinking. The aim of Counselling is not to give advice or opinions, but rather to help you understand yourself better and find your own solutions to cope with and address your current difficulties. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR): Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, EMDR, is offered by High-Intensity Therapists or Highly Specialised Psychological Therapists and is a type of therapy used for individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. When a traumatic event occurs, it can overwhelm our thought processes leading to these events being processed incorrectly and stored as a highly distressing memory. EMDR aims to help reprocess these memories so they become less intense and reduce the negative effects they have on your life. Bilateral stimulation can take place via a number of methods including eye movements or tapping. Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT):Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a time limited and structured psychotherapy for the treatment of depression. It looks at ways in which current difficulties in relationships contribute to psychological stress, and how psychological problems affect relationships. IPT primarily focuses on relationship problems and our sense of closeness to others and examines how symptoms of depression can impact our current relationships with others. IPT is designed to focus on relationship difficulties when you may be in a conflict with another person, you are having difficulty in starting or keeping relationships going, or if you are experiencing life changes that affect how you feel about yourself and others. IPT helps you to feel able to deal with your relationships, interact more effectively with others, and understand how relationship difficulties may have contributed to your current difficulties. Virtual classes: NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies offers a range of educational classes on a rolling programme. Our classes are designed to provide individuals with a greater understanding of their current difficulties and learn helpful strategies to help manage and overcome your current issues. It is important you feel comfortable in our classes and although attending a class can be initially anxiety-provoking, contributing and sharing experiences can be helpful to learn tools to better cope with your current difficulties. You are also welcome to attend and just listen and learn if that best suits you. Signposting: We have developed strong links with a range of organisations that provide services we do not offer, such as addiction or debt management. Who is the service for? If you are aged 16 & over, are registered with a Northumberland GP, and are experiencing a mental health difficulty that is affecting your daily living, employment, or health NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies may be of benefit to you. How do I access the service? You can self-refer to the service in a variety of ways but the easiest and most convenient is usually via our online referral form. We appreciate that this might not be the most convenient method for you though, so you can also refer to us via telephone. We do aim to answer calls as quickly as we can but during busier times you might be diverted to our secure voicemail. Please leave us a message with your name, date of birth and a contact number and we will return your call from a withheld number. We will make 2 attempts to speak with you but if we are not able to reach you your referral will be closed and you will need to call us back If you have any concerns about being able to make a referral online or through this call system, you can speak to your GP about them referring on your behalf. You can also email us on tmn.info@nhs.net. Once your referral has been received, you will receive a text message acknowledging receipt of this (where we have consent to send you one). You will then be contacted for your first appointment which will be over the telephone. This telephone appointment will take approximately 30-45 minutes and will enable us to decide on the best way to help you with your difficulties. If you are a professional referring on behalf of a client, please use our Professional Referral Form. Prior to therapy sessions, this booklet is designed to give you information on services, activities and practices you can engage with. Information for Professionals Our aim is to ensure the people in Northumberland can get quick and easy access into personalised treatment to support their recovery and live life to the full. At NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies we provide a range of talking therapies to help people with emotional, mental health and lifestyle needs. The service is free and paid for by NHS and open to anyone 16 years and over living in Northumberland. We offer a range of treatment options tailored to personal needs and circumstances, from psychoeducation to treating a range of anxiety, depression and sleep disorders, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling for Depression, EMDR for treatment of PTSD and trauma, and Couple Therapy for Depression. We offer a range of options from easy access telephone sessions, online therapy, face-to-face therapy and group work. We tailor treatment around the individual. Services will be delivered locally including from GP Surgeries or other venues which are easily accessible by public transport or with parking facilities available. Referral Process Patients can be referred by yourself or can self-refer using our online referral form. If you are referring a patient, please use our ‘Referral form for Professionals’ you can download a referral form here and e-mail to us at: tmn.info@nhs.net. Please be aware we will no longer be accept previous versions of the referral form. Our fax number is: 0300 303 0900 Or you can simply write to us at: NHS Northumberland Talking Therapies, Unit 4 Telford Court, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 2DB

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👶 For New & Soon-to-Be Parents in Northumberland
Scan the QR code or search online: nland.cc/SFL

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The Family Hubs Northumberland Start for Life offer sets out the services and support available to families in our local area from pregnancy to the age of two years.

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There is support available for those experiencing domestic abuse.

For more information, click here to visit the Northumberland County Council website.

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💚 FREE Infant Feeding Support – Drop-In

Whether you’re starting breastfeeding, introducing solids, or need support along the way, our Infant Feeding Team is here for you—antenatal and postnatal.

Tuesday's: 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Prudhoe Family Hub (alongside Peep Stay & Play 0–18 months)

Friday's: 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Hexham Library (NE46 3LS)

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Separating better is a brand-new app from the relationship experts at OnePlusOne, which can help guide you through the separation process, find effective ways of co-parenting, and sort out disagreements, all with the wellbeing of your child in mind.

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The App Aims:

to help you navigate the challenges of separation

provide emotional support

work through some of the practical steps of separation to co-parent effectively

practical tools which offer help with budgeting and legal arrangements

create your own parenting plan

consider the different needs your children may have

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To read more on the OnePlusOne website click here.

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Age range: Suitable for parents with children of any age up to 16 years

Duration: Flexible

Delivery: Online and in-person workshops

Disagreements are normal in any relationship;

But when they become frequent, intense or unresolved, they can have a negative impact on the well-being of you and your children.  Conflict can happen anywhere: with friends, family, neighbours, grandparents, co-workers etc.

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A relationship in distress can place children at risk of mental health and behavioural issues, and they may have problems with school and learning

Healthy Relationships offers tools, sessions and 1-2-1 support to reduce conflict and improve everyone’s lives.

Click the link below to the online membership form and request to join group-support workshops.

Forms

It only takes a few minutes of your time to complete.  Please select which course you need and someone will contact you.

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We are pleased to be able to offer 'Charge Up', a group created in partnership between Children's Health Services and West Family Hubs.

'Charge Up' is for children in Year 6 and above, and supports emotional health and wellbeing.

Please see the attached flyers for further details of both courses.

*A MARF referral must be submitted for both courses*

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🌟 Relax Kids
Created in partnership with Children’s Health Services and West Family Hubs.

👧 For children in Year 6 and above
💛 Supports emotional health and wellbeing

📄 See attached flyers for full details.

⚠ A MARF referral is required for both courses.

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📢 Is your child starting Reception this September?

📲 Download the Family Hub App today!

Search ‘Family Hub Northumberland’ in your app store.

✔ Boost early learning & development
✔ Enjoy quality playtime before school starts

For parents with children under 5 years.

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LGBTQIA+ Adult Support For those aged 18 and over)

LGBTQIA+ Young Person Support (For those aed 8-18)

For registration and inquiries please contact 0333 2427307 or email support@prideactionnorth.org.uk

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💜 The Toby Henderson Trust (TTHT)

An independent charity supporting autistic children, young people, adults, and their families across the North East.

They offer tailored support from age 2 into adulthood and empower families through shared knowledge and understanding.

Every situation is unique—contact them to discuss how we can help. Further details can be found on the website.

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The Toby Henderson Trust | Autism charity providing advice & support in Northumberland

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The Toby Henderson Trust is an independently funded charity supporting children and young adults with autism, their families, and carers in the North East.

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Happy Faces - Prudhoe

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For further information or to register, please contact Lisa Robinson on lisa.robinson@northtyneyouth.co.uk or call/text/whatsapp 07826020949.

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(Ages are in school years)

Monday

⏰ Year 5 - 4.15pm-5.30pm

⏰ Year 9+10 - 5.30pm-7pm

Wednesday

⏰ Year 6 - 4.30pm-5.45pm

⏰ Year 8 - 5.45pm-7pm

Thursday

⏰ Independent skills Group> 3.30pm-4.40pm (young people will be invited, through parents, to this group).

⏰ Year 7 - 4.45pm -6pm

📍 33 Park Avenue, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AU

For further information please contact Ayesha Jackson on 07835 163 927 or ayesha.jackson.haltyyouth@outlook.com

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Prudhoe Youth Project - Investing In Our Future, Investing In Their Future

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👶 Peep Toddlers
Fun 6-week course for parents & carers of children aged 1–2 years.

Learn how to support your toddler’s development through:
✔ Social & emotional skills
✔ Communication & language
✔ Early maths & literacy
✔ Health & physical development

📅 Next course: TBC
📍 Hexham Family Hub

✅ Register: nland.cc/fhreg
📞 Questions? Call 01434 601698

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Peep Babies for 0-6 months and 6-12 months

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Peep Babies for 0-6 months and 6-12 months

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👶 Peep Babies
Support & tips for your baby’s play, communication, and development—plus the chance to meet other parents and socialise your little one!

Two age groups:

Peep Babies 0–6 months

Peep Babies 6–12 months

📚 Both courses run for 6 weeks, packed with fun activities to give your baby the best start in life.

Topics include:
✔ Personal, social & emotional development
✔ Communication & language
✔ Early maths & literacy
✔ Health & physical development

📅 Next courses start:

0–6 months: TBC

6–12 months: TBC

📍Bellingham Family Hub (Fire Station)

✅ Register: nland.cc/fhreg
📞 Questions? Call 01661 839350

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AND Chill Out Sessions
Come along to your Family Hub and meet other children and families!

(For children aged 4–14 with additional needs and/or disabilities)

🕰️Fortnightly starting Tuesday 11th November 3:30pm-4:30pm

📍Haltwhistle Family Hub

📞 Questions? Call 01434 321761

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AND Chill Out Sessions
Come along to your Family Hub and meet other children and families!

(For children aged 4–14 with additional needs and/or disabilities)

Fortnightly, starting Monday 3rd November
⏰ 3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Hexham Family Hub

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AND Chill Out Sessions
Come along to your Family Hub and meet other children and families!

(For children aged 4–14 with additional needs and/or disabilities)

Fortnightly, starting Tuesday 4th November
⏰ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Prudhoe Family Hub

📞 Questions? Call 01661 839350

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👶 Peep Stay & Play – Free sessions for parents, carers & little ones!

Relax, meet other families, chat with practitioners, and enjoy fun activities to support your child’s development.

Tuesdays: 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Bellingham Family Hub (Fire Station)

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🤰 Support is available throughout pregnancy and your baby’s early years!

👉 Find out more by visiting the Family Hubs website and clicking ‘Start for Life’.

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AND Chill Out Sessions
Drop in and meet other children and families!
(For ages 4–14 with additional needs and/or disabilities)

📍 Prudhoe Family Hub
Fortnightly from Tue 9 Sept | ⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM

📍 Hexham Family Hub
Fortnightly from Mon 8 Sept | ⏰ 3:15–4:30 PM

📍 Haltwhistle Family Hub
Fortnightly from Tue 9 Sept | ⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM

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Growing Healthy 0-19 Northumberland | HDFT Childrens Health Service

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Welcome to Growing Healthy 0-19 services in Northumberland Click to view our clinics Growing Healthy Northumberland 0-19 Location The 0-19 (25 for SEND) team are located in all localities across Northumberland. The service is predominately a home visiting service but contacts can be arranged in Family Hubs, education, colleges and community settings when required.... Read More

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FREE Online Parenting Courses

Northumberland County Council has partnered with Togetherness to offer FREE courses for parents, carers, grandparents, and teens, including:

✔ Understanding pregnancy, birth & baby
✔ Understanding your baby
✔ Understanding your child (0–19)
✔ Understanding your child with additional needs
✔ Understanding your teenager’s brain
…and more!

🔑 Access code: HADRIAN
🌐 Visit: www.inourplace.co.uk