Every new parent can receive a welcome visit from our friendly staff to discuss what a family hub is, the activities available and to register your family as a family hub member. If you haven’t received a visit and would like a welcome visit, please contact your nearest hub.

We have family hubs located in the Coalfield, Thorney Close, Hendon, Washington, and Bunny hill areas.  

Sunderland, along with 74 other local authorities has received a share of £300 million investment from the Government to establish a Family Hubs and Start for Life programme.

Family Hubs will:

• Bring services together to improve access to services.

• Improve the connections between families, professionals, services, and providers.

• Put relationships at the heart of family support.

At the core of every Family Hub network is a great Start for Life for babies, from conception through to 2 years old. Support is also available to families of children aged up to 19, or to children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged up to 25.

Our ambition is to ensure that local families can access the right support, at the right time, in the right place, with the right people. 

Please follow us on Facebook for up-to-date information or filter activities near you on the My Best Life website.