The services listed below support parents with low mood and anxiety due to new parental responsibility. Participants benefit from additional peer support, resources, and activities.
Alternatively, contact iThrive by email - ithrive@boltontogether.org.uk, to enquire about how to access family support for expectant parents and carers, and other support services for those with babies (0-2 years).
Small Steps
For parents, guardians, and carers with babies (0-2 years), this service provides opportunity to meet with others in a supportive, friendly, non-clinical setting.
For more information, contact: jayne.oakley@mhist.co.uk, or telephone: 01204 527200.
| Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 10am - 11.30am | Horwich Community Centre |
| Friday | 12.30pm - 2pm | The Hub at Westhoughton |
With You in Mind
Access support from trained volunteers, other parents, and staff. The group aims to support you with your experiences and feel connected to the community. For parents and little ones (0-2 years).
For more information contact: Sharonfletcher@homestarthost.org.uk
If you work or volunteer in Bolton, you can get free training in mental health and wellbeing.
The training can help you with your own mental health and wellbeing, as well as teach you to recognise the signs of poor mental health in others and how to give your support.
To book or for more info, take a look at Free Mental Health Training.