There are also online courses for parents and carers that you can do in your own time (called the Solihull Approach). These courses are for parents and carers who want to learn more about sensitive and effective parenting and building a positive relationship with their child.

Click here to access the courses: Online courses for emotional health and wellbeing

Use the access code: PARENTSROCK

You will then need to create your account and select the course/s you want to do (you can do them all over time). Once registered, you have unlimited access to all courses.
 

Midwifery and Health Visiting Service (Well Baby clinics and development checks) clinics are run by appointment only.

SALT clinics are run by appointment only.

Speech and Language Drop in sessions are available at Saffron family hub.

Vitamins are available for free through the Healthy Start scheme or to purchase at a low cost at the family hub, this includes:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding vitamins (£1.00 or free with a healthy start card)
• vitamin drops for babies and young children - these are suitable from birth to 4 years old (£1.80 or free with a healthy start card)

Where cash payments are made, exact change would be appreciated please.

Unfortunately, family hubs are unable to accept payment by debit/credit card.
 

Saffron family hub runs the following parenting groups:

• free, weekly Stay, Weigh and Play sessions, there is no need to book
• stay and play toddler group (TBC)
• WAVES - early year support group for children with a vision impairment, dual or complex sensory loss. Email: lwyatt@worcestershire.gov.uk for more information

The Family Hubs are supported by friendly volunteers, helping young people and families across Worcestershire in a number of different services. If you are interested in making a difference and volunteering within your local family hub, then the following roles are available:

• administration/business support volunteer
• community hub volunteer including Stay, Weigh and Play
• parenting peer supporter 

For more information or to express an interest, see: Volunteering opportunities

Other services and support include:

• food bank vouchers
• information on childcare, finances, parenting and education
• breast pump hire
• stop smoking appointments (for adults living with a child or young person under the age of 19 - please contact the: Smoke Free Homes service for Worcestershire Families)
• baby clothing exchange
• advice on a range of health and wellbeing topics and signposting to support for you and your family