KidsTime Workshops are fun, supportive group sessions for families where a parent or carer has a mental health condition.
They’re a safe, relaxed and non-judgemental space for families to come together to learn and talk about mental health, without shame or stigma.
Children get to meet other young people in the same situation, share experiences, get answers to questions and, most importantly, have fun.
When do the workshops take place?
The workshops are held once a month in three locations:
How do I register for a workshop?
You can speak to a professional working with your family about referring to a KidsTime Workshop.
KidsTime workshops are provided by Bradford District and Craven Mind in partnership with Our Time and Bradford District Care Trust.
After everyone has arrived and said hello, we start with an activity for all the families to enjoy together. This is when we learn about mental health.
Then we splits into 3 groups, a parent/carer group, a children’s group, and a teen group. The parent and carer group and the teen group have the chance to relax and talk openly, while the children take part in drama, art and games and create a short film.
At the end of the workshop, the group rejoins for refreshments – pizzas and snacks for everyone! We watch the children’s film and share what we’ve been talking about in the parents’ and teen group.
1st Thursday of the month
Rainbow Family Hub, Braithwaite Grove, Keighley, BD22 6JB
2nd Thursday of the month
Barkerend Family Hub, 365 Barkerend Road, Bradford, BD3 8QX
3rd Thursday of the month
Reevy Hill Family Hub, Bedale Drive, Bradford, BD6 3ST
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