October half term saw local families head to the Newport Family Hub for their launch and open day.
Hosted by Council and Barnardo’s staff and volunteers, the day provided an opportunity for members of the public to look around the newly transformed Newport Family Hub building and enjoy some family-related activities.
This included information stalls promoting family services, entertainment, and refreshments and was a great opportunity for those who have not been to a Family Hub or Centre before or wanted a reminder of the services available.
20 services attending
Some of the younger visitors also enjoyed face painting, magic shows, singing and a colouring competition.
The Family Information Hub service, Library service, along with Home-Start and Break Out Youth were some of the 20 services there, offering advice and information on how services work together to support Island families.
Bacon: Our community is at the heart of our work
Cutting the ribbon at the official launch was Councillor Jonathan Bacon, Cabinet member for Children’s Services.
Jonathan said,
“We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to our Newport Family Hub launch and open day.
“Our community is at the heart of our work, and we very much enjoyed the opportunity to speak with local families, answer questions and show what support we have available.”
IW Family Hubs
There are three Family Hubs on the Island located in Newport, Sandown, and Ryde as well as the supporting six Family Centres, offering families access to integrated family support with services for early help with social, emotional, physical, and financial needs.
The three Family Hubs are open 8.30am – 4.30pm, five days a week (Monday – Friday) offering support for families from conception until the age of 19 (or 25 for young people with special educational needs and disabilities).
IW Family Information Hub
In addition to the hubs and centres, a digital Isle of Wight Family Information Hub, with all the information that parents and families need, when they need it.
Simply visit: IW Family Information Hub.
News shared by Isle of Wight council press office, in their own words. Ed
