Parent & Carer Peer Support
Peer support for parents and carers in Blackpool (including Fylde and Wyre)
Find support, share experiences, and build connections.
Are you a parent or carer in Blackpool? Parenting comes with its unique set of challenges, and sometimes, it helps to know you’re not alone. Our Parent & Carer Peer Support Programme offers a relaxed and welcoming environment where you can connect with other parents both virtually and in-person.
Shared Understanding:
Meet other parents and carers who’ve faced similar challenges, and build a network of support.
Safe Space to Share:
Talk openly about your experiences, worries, and triumphs in a judgment-free environment.
Lasting Connections:
Forge meaningful relationships with others who understand the ups and downs of parenting.
Join a Peer Support Group
Are you a parent or carer in Blackpool?
Meet others who understand the challenges of parenting, share experiences, and build lasting connections in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Informal and friendly sessions, supportive group discussions and peer support training.
What is Peer Support?
The Peer Support programme is an innovative, person-centred mental health initiative designed to support parents and carers across Blackpool. The programme offers multiple support routes from live virtual workshops to in-person support.
Contact us for more information or to make a referral
Access our workshops
Lancashire Mind is hosting a series of free virtual and in-person workshops for families with children from age 5- 25. Parents, carers or guardians are welcome to join any or all of the workshops.
Please note: this service is for those living in Blackpool (including Fylde and Wyre).
Virtual drop-in sessions:
Grab a brew and join us for a chat about all things parenting, from 9.30am – 10am.
Or book a 10 min private slot between 10am and 10.30am.
Usually on the first Friday of each month
1st August, 3rd October, 7th November and 5th December
Teams link for virtual drop-in session
Current live virtual workshops:
Wednesday 20th August: Moving on up! 6pm – 7pm
Moving on up! Is a virtual workshop to help parents support with school transition.
Register here for the Moving on Up workshop
New dates TBC: Introduction to Mental Health & Resilience
New dates TBC: Talking to Your Child About Mental Health
New dates TBC: Exploring & Understanding Emotions
Current in-person workshops:
New dates TBC
In person Drop-in sessions:
New dates TBC
How to book:
Please use the form below to register your interest for the workshops you are interested in. You will receive confirmation via email from one of our Children & Young People’s team to complete your registration.
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