In their words

Comments about stay and play:

"Definitely made a difference. Being at home with a 21 month old and a three year old was driving me nutty. The children get stimulation and socialisation, but being involved in the family centre has opened my eyes to much more. It's more than a parent and toddler session. My aspirations are increasing.. ready to look for new horizons in work.

"It's made a huge difference, the best thing in my life. I've done everything. Stay and play, coping with kids and pathways. It's really supportive, a real sense of calm here."

Comments from a course participant as a result of attending a first aid course:

"I feel I have achieved what I wanted to, I found the writing most difficult and the practical things easy and enjoyable. I have increased in confidence."

Comments about learning through play:

"I found the course really interesting and I play with my son a lot more now.

"I feel this is a worthwhile course to help any parent feel able and confident in parenting and helping their child develop to their full potential."

Comments from pathways counselling evaluation:

"I thought the assessor was approachable and took time to listen and did not belittle my problems. I thought the counselling was quite helpful as it gave me time to try to understand what had happened. I have realised that I need space and boundaries that I am starting to control and not let everyone cross."

Comments from parents on support, friendships and socialising:

"I like talking to people now. In the past I've kept myself to myself.

"I can make friends here and we share things and talk about our kids.

"I have made a lot of good friends since attending the family centre and for that I will always be grateful to the family centre.

"I've met old friends and new and usually don't see hardly anyone during the day unless I go to the centre."