Family Learning - I'm a Parent.. Get me out of here!

Oasis Church

Laverockbrae, AB22 8AW, Danestone, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom

Family Learning Team, Aberdeen City Council

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What are we all about?Family Learning encourages family members to learn, play and develop together as a family with a focus on improving everyone's quality of life. Activities and support can be specifically tailored to enable parents to learn how to support their child/children's unique needs.What do we do?The Family Learning team work in partnership with schools and other agencies, on a one to one or small group basis, to support families in bringing up their children. Primarily with home visits and short courses which are informal and can be held in the community.Courses include:Understanding Emotions , Confidence & Assertiveness, Sleep, Life Skills for Little OnesConfidence & Assertiveness , Digital Awareness for Parents, First Aid, Self Care/Mental Health Awareness, Outdoor Education, Literacy & Numeracy for Parents, Dad's projects.The team also organise fun days and play sessions during school holidays. Look out for details of our events on Eventbrite and Facebook @FamilyLearningAberdeenOne to one supportis generally in the home or local community and examples of topics covered are:Setting boundaries and being consistent, Sleep routines, Building confidence in parenting skills, Effective communication between parents and children, Supporting parents to help their child with homework, Providing advice on play and how a child develops, Increasing parents’ self esteem and giving support allowing them to attend further learning opportunities. Giving clear, honest advice and guidance on a range of services, Support with budgeting and Looking after yourself.Family Learning also offer a free 1-1counselling for anyone over 18 through Grounded Counselling Ltd. Call 07525613408 or email gc@groundedlearning.co.uk to make an appointment.Advice and GuidanceIf there is something else you would like to learn please don’t hesitate to contact us. If we can’t do it, we will find someone who can. we can’t do it, we will find someone who can. Remember it's never too late to learn. We all need support from time to time and it’s important we get it. Being a parent is a tough job so if you are looking for extra support please let us know, partnership with other agencies and we can we work in partnership with other agencies and we can find the support you need. Just get in touch. We also accept referrals from health visitors, school staff and other agencies including social work.Contact us by email: familylearning@aberdeencity.gov.uk