Family centres closed

Some Family Hubs and Children and Family Centres will be closed on Thursday 18 April 2024 from 1pm. 

The following centres will remain open for appointment only sessions:

- John Smith Family Hub

- Shadwell

- Wapping and Bigland

- Around Poplar

- Meath Gardens

- Collingwood

- Olga

- Mile End

They will be open as normal from Friday 19 April.

Tower Hamlets Family Hubs

Families need support to help their kids thrive. Whether from friends, family, or professionals, access is vital. It's essential to have information and tools for care.

In Tower Hamlets, the Family Hub network involves various partners. These partners range from charities to faith organisations, healthcare services, and schools.

They provide services and guidance for babies, kids, and teens up to 19. It also caters to those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, offering services up to age 25. Their support extends to families as well. This includes Start for Life services aimed at children aged 0-2.

Our ambition is for every family to receive the support they need, when they need it.

How can we support you?

All Family Hub Network groups strive to make you and your family part of the community. They aim for your happiness, health, and easy access to support for your well-being and success.

What kind of help is on offer?

Our network offers a wide range of support services covering the following

Family Wellbeing support

  • Baby feeding
  • Children’s emotional wellbeing
  • Family therapy
  • Mental health
  • Domestic abuse
  • Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
  • Play, early learning, and school holiday activities
  • Housing advice

Financial, Education and Career support

  • Benefits advice
  • Career advice
  • Debt and budgeting assistance
  • Return to work, volunteering and training
  • Parent and adult education courses

Parenting support

  • Family learning opportunities
  • Health visiting services
  • Midwifery services
  • Parents forums/groups
  • Transitioning into school support

For the latest news, events, opportunities visit the Family Hubs website.

If you are part of an organisation or group in Tower Hamlets who would like to join the Family Hubs Network, please email familyhubs@towerhamlets.gov.uk.

Download the Family Hubs information flyer or find out more about Early Help & Children and Families Services.