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Family Hub West


A welcoming place with seamless support for families. Information as and when you need it.
Contact details: Tel: 020 8583 3922 Email: familyhub@hounslow.gov.uk
Where to find us: Alf King, Family Hub West, 7 Hanworth Road, Feltham, TW13 5AF Map Link

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Monday 21 April to Friday 18 July Timetable (PDF)
No sessions or appointments: Monday 5 and 26 May, Wednesday 4 June.

You are welcome to breastfeed at a Family Hub.

Breast pumps are available to use onsite and to loan for 2 week periods. Please phone or speak to a member of staff to find out more.

Mondays

Child Development Reviews
Time: 9am  to 1pm
Notes: Appointment only with a Health Visitor. Please ring 020 8973 3490
Non Walkers
Age: Babies and children who are not yet walking;
Time: 10 to 11.30am
Session details: A relaxed and welcoming space to meet other families, ask questions about your babies: development, weaning, breastfeeding and play together. Each session ends with a short song or story time.
Infant Feeding Support
Time: 10 to 11.30am
Notes: Drop in support. Please arrive early in the session. 
Session details: Run by an NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor offering support, encouragement and reliable information. Whether getting ready to breastfeed, continuing breastfeeding, expressing, mixed feeding, formula feeding, introducing solids, or stopping breastfeeding.
Baby Massage
Age: Babies 6 weeks to 6 Months
Time: 12  to 1pm
Notes: 5 week course course, with a maximum of 8 families per group. Booking required.  Book by emailing family Hub or by registering your interest by completing this form. Delivered by the Parent & Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS)
Session details: Learn how to use nurturing touch to help you and your baby feel more relaxed together.
Baby and Toddler Group
Age: 0 to 2 years (up to 2nd Birthday)
Time: 1.30 to 2.30pm
Session details: This group provides a relaxed and welcoming space to meet other families, ask questions about your babies and toddlers: development, weaning, breastfeeding etc. Each session ends with a short song or story time. 
Youth Outreach Sessions
Age: 11 - 19 (or 25 with SEND)
Time: 3 to 7pm
Notes: Contact details will be signposted on the doors.
Session details: The team will be in the local area doing youth outreach, using the Family Hub as a base to engage with young people from the local community. The team will provide advice, mentoring and activities for young people. The team may not always be in the Family Hub but will be close-by to come back to meet residents and young people.

Tuesdays

Toddler TLC
Age: 1 to 2 years
Time: 9.30 to 11am
Notes: Referral to this group is strictly via health visiting or the Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS) team. For information contact the Family Hub.
Session details: A closed group for toddlers and parents/carers to play together, talk, listen and connect.
Contact - Supporting families of children with SEND
Age: 0 - 25 years with SEND
Time: 9.30am to 2pm
Notes: Once per week at each of our Family Hubs. To book an appointment please visit contact.org.uk/ or speak to member of staff.
Dads Play
Age: 0 to 4 years
Time: 11.15am to 12.30pm
Notes: Delivered by Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS) team. No booking required.
Session Details: A stay and play for dads/male carers with a baby or child aged under 4.
Parent - Infant Psychotherapy (PIP)
Age: 0 to 18 months
Time: 11am to 5pm
Notes: Referral required from Health Visitor or by contacting the Family Hub. Delivered by the Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS).
Session Details: PIP seeks to support the development of secure relationships between parent and baby. By spending time thinking about the feelings parents and babies have about being together. Families are able to grow and thrive.
Baby TLC
Age: Non Walkers
Time: 1 to 2.30pm
Notes: Delivered by Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS) team. Invite Only. Contact the Family Hub for further information.
Session Details: For parents/carers to play together, talk, listen and connect.

Tuesday 10 June, 1 to 2.30pm

Park Walk at Alf Kings Park
Join us for a fun walk and play around the park with Family Hub and Children’s Centre staff!
Please bring along a picnic, sun cream, water, etc. The session starts promptly at 1pm and is weather permitting, so it may be cancelled in bad weather.
If you need assistance, please call Mel 07816 534443 or Sally 07970 117132.

Wednesdays

Sensory Room Bookings
Age: 0 to 5 years with additional needs
Time: 9.30 to 10.45am
Notes: Booking required
Session details: A quiet space for children with SEND or additional needs, filled with sensory equipment to help them explore and learn. This session is not led by staff, but staff are available if you need any support.
Stay and Play with SALT
Age: 0 to 5 years
Time: 11.30am to 1pm
Sessions details: A fun, stimulating and safe environment for parents and children to take part in together. If you have concerns regarding your child’s development, please speak to a member of staff.
Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) Consultations
Age: 0 to 5 years
Time: 1.30 to 2.20pm
Notes: By referral for families of children who are not already referred to the NHS Speech and Language Therapy Service. This is an opportunity for families to meet and understand the role of a Speech and Language Therapist, and get advice on how to support their child’s communication.  Referral is strictly via the Family Hub and Children’s Centre teams. For information contact the Family Hub.
Childcare information, advice and support Book your session now  14 May, 11 June and 16 July, 9.30am to 3.30pm.
Ask us about funded childcare, paying for childcare, finding Ofsted registered childcare and starting school nursery class.
These sessions are run by Hounslow’s Family Information Service (FIS).

Thursdays

Local Offer Drop In - Information Session
Time: Thursday 10 July 10am to 3pm
Session details: A drop-in session for parents, carers, and young people to gain support using Hounslow's Local Offer' website The SEND Local Offer outlines services and support available for children and young people aged 0 to 25 years in Hounslow who have SEND.
Sharing their World
Age: 0 to 5 years with additional needs
Time: 10 to 11.15am
Notes: Invite only. This group is for children who are on the ASD pathway, children with disabilities and complex needs who would thrive in a safe learning environment’. If you would like to ask questions about this group, please contact the Family Hub
Family Navigators - Advice and Support
Age: 0 to 19 or 25 years with SEND
Time: 3 to 5pm
Notes: Booking required. To book please contact 020 8583 2991 or email the Family Hub.
Young Parents Group
Age: For parents aged 25 and under
Time: 1.30 to 2.30pm. Beginning 5 June.
Session details: Young parents group provides a warm, friendly and non-judgmental platform to play and learn together with your child.
Social Prescribing for Children and Young People
Age: 11 to 18 years
Time: 1 to 5pm
Notes: Referral required. For for further information including eligibility details please contact the Family Hub
Session details For Children and Young People Social prescribing is a holistic and non-medical intervention, connecting Children and Young people to activities, groups and services in their local community; to meet the practical, social and emotional needs that affect their health and well-being.
Girls on the Spectrum (GOS)
Age: 13 to 16 years with SEND
Time: 6 to 8pm, beginning 8 May.
Notes: Referrals accepted from local secondary schools, social prescribers and FH navigators. For further information please email Jennie tweedy at the reach foundation.
Session Details: Founded by volunteer mums with neurodiverse daughters, GOS creates a safe, inclusive, supportive community where neurodiverse girls can connect, grow in confidence, and celebrate their individuality. This group is for girls diagnosed or on the pathway to diagnosis with ASD or ADHD, in mainstream schools with SEND support.

Fridays

Stay and Play with CAMHS and OT
Age: 0 to 5 years
Session 1: 9.30 to 10.30am
Session 2: 11am to 12pm
Session details: A fun, stimulating and safe environment for parents and children to take part in together. If you have concerns regarding your child’s development, please speak to a member of staff.
Domestic Abuse Support
Age: Parent and carers of children under 5 years
Time: 9.30 to 12pm. Drop-in.
Notes: Domestic abuse Support from a Parent and Child domestic abuse worker. Please speak to a member of staff on arrival or in the Stay and Play session, if support or advice is required.
Family Navigators - Advice and Support
Age: 0 to 19 or 25 years with SEND
Time: 10 to 12noon
Notes: Booking required. To book please contact 020 8583 2991 or email the Family Hub.
CAMHS Consultations
Age: 2 to 5 years
Time: 1 to 4pm
Notes: Booking required. To book please email the Family Hub.
Session details: Parents and carers can gain support regarding their child’s emotional wellbeing and early relationships, from CAMHS Under 5s team. A member of the CAMHS team can listen to and support parents/ carers with any queries. The team can also explore whether any further support may be required from CAMHS or other services.
Perinatal Appointments
Time: 9.30 to 3pm
Notes: Please speak to your Health Visitor or Midwife to book a session.
Occupational Therapy (OT) Consultations
Age: 0 to 5 years
Time: 1 to 3.30pm
Notes: Referral is strictly via the Family Hub and Children’s Centre teams. For information please email the Family Hub.
Session Details: This is an opportunity for families to meet and understand the role of an Occupational Therapist, and get advice on how to support their child’s development through play, self-care skills (including dressing and eating) and fine motor skills.
St Giles Music and Movement
Age: 0 to 5 years
Time: 1 to 2.30pm
Notes: For St Giles Families Only.
Session Details: Our Music and Movement session is for families. We offer fun songs with movement to support motor skills. Join us for a lively, bonding experience with your child and other families—no musical experience needed!

Friday 16 May and 18 July, 9.30 to 11.30am

Parent Carer Panel
Notes: Booking required
Session details: We invite mums, dads, grandparents, and carers to join us and learn about Family Hub services. It’s a chance to share your experiences and help shape the services we offer. The groups are relaxed and friendly, with refreshments and a crèche provided. If you'd like to attend, please email the Family Hub

Childcare information, advice and support

Can't make it to the Hub? Book your online session now
Ask us about funded childcare, paying for childcare, finding Ofsted registered childcare and starting school nursery class.
  • Online group session (Microsoft Teams). These take place the first Wednesday of every month 10 to 11am.
  • One to one online Session (Microsoft Teams) Fridays only between 10am and 1pm
These sessions are run by Hounslow’s Family Information Service (FIS).

Solihull Approach free online courses for Hounslow residents

Nurturing emotional health and wellbeing from bump to 19+ years. Please visit www.inourplace.co.uk and follow the simple registration process, inputting the access code LBHPARENTS.

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Further Information...

  • Please note spaces are limited at all sessions. If the session is at full capacity, you will not be able to enter.
  • If you wish to attend one of these sessions, please ensure you are registered with Hounslow's Children's Centres & Family Hubs. If you are unsure about being registered or if your details need to be updated, please speak to a member of staff.
  • Services for families with Children 0 - 19 Years, or up to 25 years old if they have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
  • Age ranges are specified against each session.
  • Sessions may be cancelled at short notice due to training or staff absence. We will try to inform you 24 hours in advance if possible. Please check back here to avoid disappointment.

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