There is a variety of family groups that are available from Home-Start Shepway. We offer a free, safe and friendly environment that provides children with an opportunity to express themselves through play.

For families living in Hawkinge and the surrounding area. The group meets on Thursdays between 9.30am and 11.30am at the Community Centre, Heron Forstal Avenue, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent CT18 7BP.

We hold a Yaps group (Young Active Parents) on Thursdays at Home-start Shepway, on Thursdays from 12.00 to 3.00pm. This group is suitable for parents up to the age of 18.

There is also a follow on group for these parents who are 19 to 23 years, this group runs on Wednesdays between 12.00 to 2.30pm at The Village Children’s Centre, Sidney Street Folkestone, Kent CT19 6EQ

We support families who have suffered or may be suffering any type of domestic abuse. We also co-facilitate the Freedom Programme to help women rebuild their confidence and self esteem. For more information contact Amanda Lewis at the Shepway office.