The Craig Park Youth and Family Hub is run by Enfield Council following a government grant

Craig Park Youth and Family Hub (credit Enfield Council)

The borough’s second youth and family hub has been officially opened.

Craig Park Youth and Family Hub in Edmonton provides families in Enfield with vital access to advice, support, and a variety of activities, after first opening its doors in January.

Children, young people and many caregivers gathered to celebrate the grand launch this month, along with Enfield Council’s cabinet member for children’s services, Abdul Abdullahi, who had the honour of unveiling the hub.

It follows the launch of a similar facility in Ponders End at the end of last year.

The Craig Park launch event had numerous activities for all ages to enjoy, including a fancy-dress competition, face-painting and much more. They further had the opportunity to explore the new centre and learn about the numerous services being offered to local families with young children by Enfield Council.

The new hub marks a “significant milestone” for the local community in delivering much-needed services and tailored support for children and families. This includes helping anyone from pregnancy up until age 19, or 25 for young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Services and activities include breastfeeding support clinics, baby health and development reviews, antenatal and post-natal maternity services, perinatal mental health support, family support drop-in sessions, employment welfare benefits advice, domestic violence support and more.

Both of the borough’s family hubs are have been established using government funding, after Enfield was named as one of 75 local authority areas sharing a total £300m pot of funding last year.

Cllr Abdullahi said: “I am delighted to have opened our second youth and family hub – delivering on our manifesto commitment to ensure children and young people in Enfield have a great start in life, and allow families to flourish at every stage of their lives.

“Our new hub will help us deliver a holistic approach to supporting families, with a range of services and trained professionals, alongside engaging and fun activities to promote good health and wellbeing.”

Craig Park Youth and Family hub can be found at 2 Lawrence Road, Edmonton N18 2HN.

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