Our Services

 

English Language Classes

 

If you would like to be able to speak English, we offer entry level ESOL classes to all members of the community (any language), ages 18 and up.

The sessions are led by a trained Tutor, are very practical and move at your pace. They also include some tips and computer training to help you.

Classes take place at the Parents Centre Office. To register, please contact the Director on 020 7650 8936.

The courses take place over 40 weeks and it is important that you are able to commit to these classes.

 

ICT Classes for Women 

 

If you would like to learn computer skills, we offer basic level computer classes for BAME women.

The sessions are led by a trained tutor and supported by an experienced classroom assistant, who provides one-to-one support to women who do not have any prior knowledge of computers. Two courses are run every 6 months and each provides a two hourly session to each cohort of participants.

 

Education and Careers

 

Do you or your children need educational support? We can help!

We can offer a number of services including:

  • Educational casework supporting your families with school issues including admissions and secondary transfer.

  • Educational advice and information both in the Centre and on an outreach basis.

  • Saturday Homework Club. A 3 hourly Session per week on Saturdays covering English and Maths at Key Stage 2 (9 - 11 years old)

  • Career support. We offer weekly 2-hour sessions on issues such as English, ICT and Presentational Skills.

Health Advice and Advocacy

 

Are you feeling unwell, want to get fitter, or would like to lose some weight?

We offer a number of activities designed to improve your health including:

  • Women's fun and friendly health self help groups.

  • Nutrition and Cookery Classes.

  • Weekly fitness and exercise sessions for women.

  • Walking group for women.

  • Regular workshops in different areas such as cancer or healthy eating.

  • Health advice and advocacy at our drop-in or in the community.

  • Cervical screening sessions

We also provide large events and campaigns such as our healthy living week,

 

Welfare Rights Advice Service

 

Are you having problems with accessing Benefits? We provide you with Advice and Information on Welfare Benefits; Universal Credit, PIP, Attendance Allowance, Unemployment Benefit and Housing Benefit.

Carry out your Benefit Entitlement Checks and Better Off Calculations.

Deal with your Housing Needs. We also undertake casework and refer Beneficiaries to other Specialist Agencies. You can attend our Drop-In Sessions on Wednesday 10am – 1.00pm. No Appointment Needed.

 

Outreach and Accessing Services

 

Are you having problems accessing Benefits or with another issue such as Health or Education? We can help you in your home, a Community Location, or in our Centre!

Our staff offer support and guidance in the following areas:

  • Health Advice and accessing local Hospitals and GP Services.

  • Support around issues with Education such as Truancy
    and Secondary Transfer.

  • Help with Accessing Community Activities or Societies.

The Service is available most afternoons. No appointment is needed, but do call first, if you would like us to visit you in your Home or a Community Location.

All staff are checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Everyone is helped in strict confidence.

 

Social Activities

 

We offer numerous fun and educational social activities for local young people and families. These include:

  • Summer Holiday Activities for young people including Arts and Crafts, Film Shows, Games, and day trips.

  • Eid Parties.

  • Activities for women including sewing sessions and walking groups.

  • Exercise and fitness sessions.

  • Men's and Women's Support Groups.

  • Workshops on various subjects including parenting or health issues.

  • Participation in events such as International Women's Day.

All activities are designed with participants. Staff and volunteers leading them are fully trained. All activities are risk assessed.

For more details please contact the Director on 020 7650 8936