Other parenting support in Westminster
In addition to programmes and courses run by the Westminster Council, other organisations deliver parenting support and groups that may be of interest. Please see below for details of some of the organisations delivering programmes. Please note that these groups are separate from Westminster City Council and should be contacted directly for further information.
Furthermore, this list is not exhaustive. Please contact the Parenting team if you are aware of other organisations that would like to be included on this webpage: [email protected]
Future Men
Future Men is a specialist charity that supports young people, boys and men. In Westminster, they currently run the ‘Fathers for Futures’ group for fathers and male carers of children aged 0 to 18 years. Using the popular ‘Strengthening Families Strengthening Communities’ parenting programme, the course seeks to build positive family relationships, help manage anger and stress and recognise and value your family and cultural traditions.
Please click the link for more information:
Future Men - Future Men or contact Ahmed Abd-Elghany: [email protected]
St Vincent’s Family Project
St Vincent’s Family Project provides holistic support for families in the South of the borough, including parenting courses with a creche facility. Courses include Triple P and also Mellow Parenting for parents of young children.
Visit the St. Vincent's Family Project website for more information.
Connected Lives
Connected Lives is a fairly new charity grown out of a community-based project. Based at St Mary’s Bryanston Square in Westminster, the Centre is the venue for delivering parenting and relationship support programmes, including ‘Circle of Security’ and ‘Hold Me Tight’ for couples.
The next Circle of Security groups will start at the beginning of May. There are different days and times, including daytime and evening courses, online and face-to-face.
Visit the Connected Lives website for more information.
Family Lives
Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling. The issues we support families with include family breakdown, challenging relationships and behaviour, debt, and emotional and mental well-being.
Westminster ParentChild+ Area Coordinator: Nia Bellot
Address: Queens Park Children's Centre, 88 Bravington Road, London, W9 3AL
Mobile: 07860 184906
Reception Telephone Number 0207 641 5838
(Working days/time: Monday 10am to 5pm / Tuesday to Friday 9am to 5pm
- Free, confidential helpline on 0808 800 2222
- Email us for support at [email protected]
- Online advice, peer support and information on all aspects of family life: www.familylives.org.uk
- Face-to-face support groups and workshops
- Facebook page for Westminster/K&C
- Westminster & RBKC ParentChild+ Referral Form