Provided by The Why Not? Trust for Care Experienced Young People
The Village is a welcoming online community for parents with care experience and children aged 0-5. Whether you're looking for information, support, or someone to connect with, we're here to walk alongside you on your parenting journey. Created with and for parents with care experience, The Village is a space where you can find what feels right for you.
We offer:
- A friendly listening ear and a safe space to ask questions or reach out to others
- Occasional in-person meet-ups
- Freebies, including data packages, hospital packs, sensory packs, and prize draws
- Parenting hints and tips
- Help with accessing benefits, rights, and advocacy
Why join:
- Parents or parents-to-be can join on their own—no referral is needed
- Parents decide what support they’d like—no assessments required
- Confidentiality is guaranteed—individual records are not kept unless there are serious concerns about one’s welfare or someone else’s