Help for Families
Information, advice, guidance and activities to support you on your family journey.
Whether you’re looking for parenting advice and programmes, support around infantfeeding or fun things to do as a family.
Pregnancy and Birth
If you’re pregnant or you’re planning for a child, find out more about the pregnancy journey and the kinds of services, activities, courses and support we have in place to support Barking and Dagenham residents.
Birth and School, 0 to 5 years
The journey from your child’s birth up to the age of five is full of twists and turns. Learn how babies develop health care and early feeding. Help your child start learning, find childcare, mental health support and activities.
Primary and Secondary School , 5 to 14 years
Learn how to support your family through parenting classes, tips on keeping both your mind and body healthy and activities happening around the borough.
Support for Young People, 14-25 years
It can be hard navigating the challenges of growing up. There are a range of support and activities you could get involved in.
Supporting Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), 0-25 years
Barking and Dagenham’s SEND Local Offer is for You – children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities and their families.
Family Hubs, Family Navigators and Early Help
Our Family Hubs, Family Navigators and Early Help outreach services are for parents of children aged up to 19 (or 25 for young people with special educational needs and disabilities). Find out which Family Hub is closest to you and how our Family Navigators can help you and your child.
Parents and Carers Support
Parenting can be joyful, but it is also challenging. Barking and Dagenham’s Start for Life offer helps families get the support they need from community, health and council services.