A time for children

On alternative Saturday afternoons from 2.00 to 4.00pm, the Centre is the focus for activities designed to support families when the relationship between parents has broken down. Children from separated families have the chance to spend time with their absent parent knowing that this is a safe, friendly and supportive place with volunteers on hand to help if needed.

Normally entry is by referral from a professional such as a solicitor or social worker, and contact is often part of the legal process. We're accredited by the National Association of Contact Centres who provide training and support for our teams, all of whom are CRB checked.

Typical comments we’re had from parents have been:
“The contact centre was very welcoming and the volunteers put the children and myself at ease straight away.”
“What’s offered here is much appreciated. We’re left to get on with rebuilding our relationship without interference from staff but with help if we need it.”

Alternate Saturdays
2.00-4.00pm

From a child…
“When Mum and Dad split up I was glad. The rowing stopped and Mum did not cry anymore. After a while though I began to miss my Dad. When I asked Mum she said it was best that I did not see him, as she didn’t want him coming to the house. Dad must have missed me too because he went to a solicitor who arranged for us to meet at a Child Contact Centre. We have been meeting there for about six months and I always look forward to Saturday afternoons.”

From a parent…
“I was shown into the hall… suddenly the boys came running to me… both shouting: Daddy! Daddy! Big hugs for each one. It was like a rugby scrum only for once I was crying. They had not forgotten me.”

Above quotes courtesy of the National Association of Child Contact Centres