Organisations that support parents
Education Futures Trust (EFT)
Education Futures Trust (EFT) helps families in Hastings and Rye. They offer advice on feelings and well-being. They have a Forest School and courses for parents.
- Website: Education Futures Trust (EFT)
- Telephone: 01424 722 241
Family Lives
Family Lives is a charity with a free helpline open every day. Their website has advice and a live chat. They also have information on befriending, parenting, and support groups.
- Website: Family Lives
- Telephone: 0808 800 2222
Care for the Family
Care for the Family is a national charity. They have information on parenting and family life.
- Website: Care for the Family
Relate
Relate's website has guidance and information for parents and carers of teenagers. You can talk to a Relate counsellor using Live Chat.
- Website: Relate
East Sussex Community Information Service (ESCIS)
Visit ESCIS and type 'parent support' in the search field. ESCIS is our online directory for local services.
- Website: ESCIS
Help with the cost of holidays
For children with additional needs:
There is also help for disadvantaged families to get a much-needed break:
Parenting courses
Our parenting team offer free, local courses. Visit our Family Hub website for more information: Activities and courses | Family hubs