FREE SUMMER EVENTS

Family Hub Service Summer Events – Fun, free days out for children aged 0 – 10. No need to book. Just turn up!

• Friday 31st July (10am to 12pm) - Southcourt Family Hub
• Tuesday 4th August (1.30pm to 3.30pm) - Berryfields Family Hub
• Tuesday 11th August (10am – 12:00pm) - Buckingham Youth Centre
• Wednesday 12th August (10:30am – 3.30pm) Chandos Park 
• Thursday 20th August (1.30pm to 3.30pm) – Best Start Family Hub Elmhurst
• Tuesday 25th August (10am to 12pm) - Wing Family Hub

 HAF at the Hub (for young people aged 11–16yrs)

• Wednesday 19^th August (11am – 3pm) - Best Start Family Hub Elmhurst. For more info please email: aylesburyfamilyhub@buckinghamshire.gov.uk

 If you’re looking for things to do over the summer please visit the Buckinghamshire Family Information Service (BFIS) webpage Things to do in Buckinghamshire | Family Information Service or contact BFIS at familyinfo@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or 01296 383 293.

 DROP-IN SUPPORT:

If you are worried about the summer holidays you should know you are not alone. Elmhurst Drop In is a friendly, free space to get advice and support on anything from parenting to finances. There is no need to book, you can just drop in or call:

• Opening times: Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm, Fridays, 9am to 4pm

• Best Start Family Hub Elmhurst, Dunsham Lane, Aylesbury,  HP20 2DB
• Phone: 01296 383293

Please note that Elmhurst Family Hub will be closed between 3^rd – 21^st August. Our drop-in service will instead take place at Southcourt Family Hub during this time. Southcourt Family Hub, Aylesbury College Campus, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8PD.

 GROUP COURSES

***Bookings for September courses are now open. ***

Our September group course dates are now live. We have a range of courses including Talking Teens, Nurture and Keeping Your Child in Mind, as well as Little Talkers and Balanceability. To find out more about any of the groups on offer please see the posters attached. Please use this link to express interest in a group: Courses and Groups | Family Information Service. Once you have completed the expression of interest you will be emailed all available course dates.

 All sessions are free and delivered by experienced practitioners in a welcoming, inclusive environment. I have attached a poster with descriptions of all the groups. For more information or to book a place please visit Courses and groups | Family Information Service

 Courses for young people

The Family Hub Service offers a range of courses and workshops for children and young people that are designed to strengthen resilience, support emotional wellbeing, and equip them with practical strategies to manage change and navigate challenges with confidence. These programmes can provide valuable support during this important transition period for year 6 young people.  Posters are attached.

1. How to Build Confidence & Self-Esteem Online Course for Young People

• Who: Young people in school year 7 and above
• When: Tuesdays 15 September – 13 October, 6pm–7pm OR Tuesdays 3 November – 1 December, 6-7pm
• What: 5-session online course covering:
  • Why the media affects self-image
  • Coping with setbacks
  • Handling peer pressure
  • Feeling better about ourselves

2. How to Deal with Stress, Anxiety & Low Mood Online Course for Young People

• Who: Young people in school year 7 and above
• When: Tuesdays 22 September to 20 October, 6pm to 7pm OR Tuesdays 11 November – 9 December, 6-7pm
• What: 5-week online course covering:
  • Understanding stress, anxiety, and low mood
  • Strategies to feel better
  • Dealing with setbacks
  • Planning for a brighter future

3. How to Move Up to Secondary School Online Workshop for Year 6s

• Who: Year 6s
• When: Wednesday 26 August, 1.30-3.30pm
• What: A two-hour online workshop covering:
  • What to expect at secondary school
  • Making friends and dealing with peer pressure
  • Tackling your fears and worries
  • Getting organised