Multi-million pound contract awarded to help families in the area

Spurgeons is a UK family charity which has been awarded a £3m contract to provide bring together organisations to make it easier for families to get the help they need. 

Family hubs will be set up so families can access a broad range of integrated range of services including parenting programmes, outreach support, group support including 'Five to Thrive' and Preparing for Being A Parent.

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CEO at Spurgeons, Ian Soars, said: "Spurgeons has supported children and families in Wiltshire for many years and we are absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to continue this invaluable work.

"We are excited and committed to making the family hub vision a reality for local children, young people and their parents. Partnering with Wiltshire Council, our skilled, experienced, and compassionate team will continue to deliver high quality, innovative support." 

The hub in Salisbury will be located at Five Rivers Leisure Centre. Courses and groups will also be available at Salisbury Library. Other locations include Amesbury Library, The Beeches, Bulford, Tisbury Nadder Centre, and Downton Library.

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Cabinet member for children's services, Councillor Laura Mayes said: ‘These new hubs will streamline access to support for families, aligning with our Business Plan missions to empower people to lead enriched lives and give children the best start in life. 

‘As well as face-to-face support from trained, specialist navigators, families will be able to access a digital platform that will be able to offer advice and support at any time of the day or night. 

‘We’re looking forward to these hubs opening from April in communities throughout Wiltshire to make a positive difference to the lives of Wiltshire’s families, children and young people.’