Parenting Wiltshire is an independent project set up to support parents and carers of 8-17 year olds faced with the challenges that pre-teens and adolescents can bring.
Did anyone ever tell you
that becoming a parent is probably the hardest job you will ever undertake and no training is offered with it? No-one is perfect and it can be hard to ask for help. We will help you to build on the skills you already have and support and encourage you to develop new ones through our FREE parenting groups.
What is the Parenting Programme?
Parenting Wiltshire runs a 9-week programme each term in a variety of locations around the county. Each session is 2 hours long and covers issues including:
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managing aggressive confrontations
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handling emotions and coping with stress
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understanding the changing needs and insecurities associated with adolescence
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negotiating boundaries
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building self-esteem
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knowing and accepting each day is different
What if my child has a Special Educational Need?
We run an 8-week course specifically for parents of children with SEN. Each session is 2 hours long and is followed by an hour-long surgery session with a member of the Special Educational Needs Support Service (SENSS) which is the statutory Parent Partnership Service for Wiltshire. You have the choice of attending our standard course if you prefer.
When will you be running a group in my area?
It is our long-term aim to have one daytime group and one evening group in each District Council area. Groups normally run in school terms starting in September, January and May. They are well advertised but please contact us and we'll be pleased to advise you of the details.
Are the groups just for Mums?
No. We welcome anyone who is in a parent/carer role. Many couples come and build their skills together.
What Parents from our groups have said...
"I realise that I am not on my own and things can get better."
"A ray of light breaks through and you can almost feel an instant weight being lifted."
"I am now far more aware of my role as a parent."
"I am now able to cope much better."
"When I started I thought it should be my teenager going on a course but now I feel I've gained a lot too; he should still go on one though!"
How can I join a Parenting Programme?
Contact ask on the LoCall Helpline 08457 585072 or email info@askwiltshire.org and we'll phone you back to talk about what is on offer and what is best for you.
