MUSIC sessions, crafts activities and family support is on hand to families at a new Family Hub in Shirley.
The outreach centre is another support and activity destination for children, young people, and families in Solihull based at Shirley Heath Junior School on Coombe Road.
Although the centre is based on the school grounds it is open to all Solihull residents, not just the parents and carers of children who attend the school.
The activities and support on offer range from music sessions and seasonal crafts to family support drop-ins and links to both professional and community-led groups.
Similar to the four dedicated Family Hub buildings of Elmwood, Evergreen, Hatchford Brook, and Riverside, the first outreach centre at Shirley Heath is a one-stop-shop for fun activity sessions and helpful support services.
Unlike the dedicated Hub buildings which are open during weekdays, the outreach centre is only available to the public when scheduled sessions are taking place.
Two more outreach centres are expected to open in Solihull Town Centre and Meriden in the following months.
Access to the centre is via Coome Road only and parking on Coombe Road is restricted to homeowners and blue-badge holders only.
Councillor Karen Grinsell, cabinet member for Children and Education at Solihull Council, said: “I couldn’t be happier to have the first Family Hubs outreach centre open here in Shirley.
“We want to improve the lives of children and parents across the borough, and this centre is a great example of our commitment to do so.
“I’d really like to encourage people in Solihull to visit – if you or someone you know could benefit from visiting a Family Hub or outreach centre, even if just for a short stay and play with their little one – please do come along.
“The feedback we’ve received about the Family Hubs so far has been really positive. It’s often the case that those who go out of their way to make that first trip enjoy their visit and want to come back and visit again in the future.
“Our staff and partners are incredibly helpful and friendly and will always go out of their way to help you in any way they can.”
Shirley Heath’s full address and activities timetable can be found on the Family Hubs website here.
Visit the Solihull Council website to view the full list of services and providers.
