Parish of Wonersh with
Blackheath
Our Parent/Carer and
Toddler Group
Where?
Lawnsmead Hall Wonersh
When?
Wednesdays
Our team: Chris Evans, Liz Lister and Ruth Sowter plus a number of friendly supporters (from our
church family) who work the tea rota each week.
Our Children and Young Families Worker: Nicky Cooke
What’s it all about?
We hope it’s an opportunity to “escape” from the demands of
being a parent/carer in a relaxed and supportive environment. Sharing anxieties and problems with others in
the same boat can ease the stress and sharing the fun too is important!. We
think that all this is good for the children too as they learn to share and
play with their peers and meet and respond to other adults.
We aim to provide:
·
A
safe and welcoming environment
·
A
range of fun activities for the children
·
A
network of support (good listening ears!) and friendship for the adults
·
A
bridge between the church and the community
How does it work?
Wednesdays see us operating an open
door policy and all are welcome – join us according to your own family needs
We provide a termly
programme for Chatterbox and also a welcoming note to Family Services and other
special family events and services.
We ask for a donation of £1.50 a
family. This money is used to purchase new toys/activities for the children. We
have started a series of Special Nights Out for the adults. We share a meal
together (no charge and no washing up!) and have a speaker. Topics have
included Children and Spirituality and news of a From Write Dancing to Writing
Project in local infant schools. Our next topic is From Home to School.
We have celebrated Christmas and
Mother’s Day with special sessions and activities in the Church.
We also offer a Meals on Wheels
Service for families with new babies and those who need assistance when someone
is ill.
What can parents/carers do when they come?
·
Help
to keep everyone safe by taking responsibility for their own child/children.
·
Please
find time for fun and play with the children – they will love it!
·
Make
sure that their child/children is quite well before coming to the group
especial after tummy upsets etc.
·
Make
sure that they have filled in a registration form.
·
Ensure
that they have read our safety procedures sheet.
·
Keep
a wary eye on busy little folk when refreshments are served!
And finally – we really do look forward to seeing you at Chatterbox
but should you need a quiet chat and it’s not Wednesday – we can be found on
the following numbers – Chris (535156), Liz (892178) and Nicky (276049).
Link to Children’s and
Young Peoples Page