Getting Together Programme

Our Getting Together Programme supports families who need help beginning family time sessions—whether starting for the first time or reconnecting after a long break. The programme runs for six weeks from the point we receive registration from both parents, and provides structured guidance to help family time get off to a positive and sustainable start.

What Happens

• Both parents register and confirm they wish to use the Getting Together Programme.
• Once the registration fee is paid, we complete an initial review of both parents’ forms and confirm whether the programme is suitable for your family’s circumstances. The six‑week period begins at this point.
• We arrange preparation discussions with both parents and an initial child‑preparation session, if required. These are usually held virtually, but can be completed in person if preferred.
• We then deliver three or four supervised family time sessions, usually weekly, as shorter and more frequent sessions tend to support children better than longer sessions spaced further apart.
• At the end of the programme, we hold a brief review meeting to plan what happens next.

Week-By-Week EXAMPLE

Start - Registration from both parents

Week 1 - Service planning and child preparation session 

Week 2 - Either 90 minute family time session at the family hub or a further child preparation session. 

Week 3 - 90 minute family time session at the family hub. 

Week 4- 90 minute family time session at the bowling alley and arcade. 

Week 5- 90 minute family time session at the local park with lunch and a brief chat with the child about how they have found the sessions..

Week 6- Review discussions with parents and agreement for what happens next.