Care leavers who are parents

Baby on lap smiling up at woman

As a parent and a care leaver, you have access to the following additional support.

Under 1s worker

You can access our dedicated under 1s worker who can offer tailored support and advice. 

If you no longer live in Bracknell Forest, the under 1s worker can make contact with you and aim to offer support. This could be in the form of connecting you to similar services locally to you that are easier for you to access.

Bumps and babies sessions

You can join the bumps and babies session, every Tuesday morning at The Oaks family hub

Home Start

We can refer you to Home-Start, Bracknell Forest. They have trained volunteers and expert support to help families with young children through challenging times. 

If you no longer live in Bracknell Forest, you can find your local branch on Home-Start UK

Charity support

We can help you access support through charities, such as the baby bank

Free school meals

We can help you apply for free school meals, if you are eligible. 

We can help you buy food and milk for your children with the Healthy Start scheme

Sure Start Maternity Grant

We can help you apply for a Sure Start Maternity Grant, if you are eligible.

This grant gives a one-off payment of £500 to help towards the costs of having a child. 

Contact information

Leaving Care Service

Email: leaving-care.service@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

Phone: 01344 352020

For out of hours support, text FAMILYACTION to 85258.

This will give you access to a free crisis support service delivered by FamilyLine, in partnership with Shout.