Larchwood Gardens Family Hub - Brentwood Borough

21/06/2026

We have been preparing for Father's Day in our Baby Beginnings sessions this week. We hope all of our Dads, Grandads and male carers enjoy their day today. 🎉

19/06/2026

👀Help & Support for young people from the Essex Va**ng Service.

19/06/2026

👀Here are the dates for the next Tics & Tourettes Support Group sessions. No booking required. 📅

18/06/2026

**Sensitive Subject Warning**
For people in abusive relationships, football tournaments can make things worse. Alcohol, drugs and gambling can increase risk, but they are never an excuse.
Everyone should feel safe at home, during the match and every day after.
If you’re worried about someone, or need support yourself, help is available.
Call Compass our Domestic Abuse helpline for Essex on 0330 333 7 444 or visit essexcompass.org.uk

15/06/2026

📢We would like to hear the views of fathers and male carers regarding your use of our service. (Please share with you child's father or male carer if they are not using our social media page).

❓Question❓

If a group for fathers was available, where would you prefer it to be held?
(e.g. Family Hub, community venue, online, evenings/weekends, workplace, etc.)
Please leave your comments below.

12/06/2026

📢 Attention Parents & Carers!
Could YOU help improve school food? 🍽️✨
The Children’s Food Campaign is expanding its Parent Ambassadors programme across England! We want real family experiences to shape government policy on school meals, advertising, and children's health.We are especially looking to hear from:
🎒 Parents with children in Years 6–11
👋 People from diverse, underrepresented backgrounds
💼 Families likely impacted by the upcoming Universal Credit free school meals expansion
Why now?
With shorter lunch breaks, grab-and-go secondary meals, and rising food costs, older children are too often left out of the conversation. Your voice can change that.💥 Ready to make a difference?
Click the link below to learn more and apply today!👇👇👇
https://www.sustainweb.org/news/may26-new-parent-ambassador-recruitment/
(Applications close June 16th!) 🗓️

Applications are now open for Children's Food Campaign's Parent Ambassador programme. 

12/06/2026

Did you remember to book your space on this free webinar?🥦🥕🍉
You can also download an Early Years Nutrition Guide for Essex-based Families here:
https://nourishingourfuture.co.uk/early-years-nutrition-guide-for-essex-based-families/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSXxq1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBJNmhySHZlOEtlU2dMRFdoc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrQFPKRcqEUvbBnpDYfQ9sZ7KZ8LDe-ko02bxOJwUtjFi6rgZ_frZAfQt5cN_aem_I-U57I2599udmzUToQVEXA

11/06/2026

**Sensitive Subject Warning**
With the World Cup starting this week we wanted to share this important information. Please reach out to someone you can trust.
Football should never be an excuse for abuse.
Evidence shows domestic abuse rises during major football tournaments, with incidents increasing by 38% when England lose and 26% when England play.
This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a reality for too many people.
If you’re worried about someone, or need support yourself, help is available.
Compass is our Domestic Abuse helpline for Essex call 0330 333 7 444 or visit essexcompass.org.uk

10/06/2026

📢We would like to hear the views of fathers and male carers regarding your use of our service. (Please share with you child's father or male carer if they are not using our social media page).
❓QUESTION❓
As a father, have you felt included in your child’s health care contacts or appointments?
Please add yes, and comment on what you felt worked well.
or no and comment on what you felt could have been improved.

07/06/2026

As Volunteers’ Week comes to an end, we’d like to thank our volunteers again for all they do and will continue to recognise and celebrate their contribution throughout the year.