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.

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.

Care for the Family

Care for the Family is a national charity. They have information on parenting and family life.

Relate

Relate's website has guidance and information for parents and carers of teenagers. You can talk to a Relate counsellor using Live Chat.

East Sussex Community Information Service (ESCIS)

Visit ESCIS and type 'parent support' in the search field. ESCIS is our online directory for local services.

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