Support & advice for parents

HPCI represents parent carers across Hertfordshire, making sure their voices are heard by decision makers and policy bodies.

All our staff, board and volunteer reps are parent carers. We collect feedback about the experiences of families, then take that information to the strategic meetings we attend. From birth to age 25, covering health, education and social care, our purpose is... Read more

If you are not happy or are worried about a friend, here is a list of services in Hertfordshire that can provide support. Reach out - help is at hand. See website for full list

Homelessness can be defined as being without permanent, stable or suitable accommodation. Besides rough sleepers, this includes those who are 'sofa surfing' with friends and extended family or living in hostels.

hyh has a variety of FREE services open to all 16 - 24 year olds who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. We also have a Health Service which has no upper age limit.... Read more

Counselling for adults, children and young people face2face and online.

Lauryn Hardiman is an OCN qualified sleep consultant. I can work with families with children from 0-6 years old. There are various options including downloadable programmes or one to one support.

Put sleepless nights to bed today.

We can help you make changes if you are having problems with drinking or drugs.

Our service is open to young people under 18, young adults up to the age of 25 and their families in Hertfordshire. We can also help young people who are affected by other people's drug or alcohol use.

Run by trained volunteers and working with agencies and charities across the town, the Stevenage Bereavement Support Group is a safe place to share grief with those that understand. Refreshments are provided and it's free to come along Held every FIRST Monday of the month (or second Monday if bank holiday) at the Vineyard Centre from 7.30-9pm.

Whatever is taking up your thoughts, wherever you need some help in life, from making a decision you've been putting off, to making a change in your career or relationship I will help you to think it through in a constructive way, see new perspectives and consider your options.
It's time to take back control and take the necessary steps to make the changes to get you where you really want to... Read more

Take a moment- Meditation and Mindfulness
Mindfulness can help in so many aspects of our lives, and is easy to understand and uncomplicated to practice.
I run courses to learn about Mindfulness, as well as monthly group Meditation and Mindfulness sessions. I can also hold either of these one to one if that's what you prefer.
Get in touch with your inner joy, connect with your... Read more

ADD-vance ADHD and Autism Trust is passionate about understanding, embracing and celebrating neurodiversity. For almost 30 years we have been working in Hertfordshire, We help the parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people and the professionals involved in their support - no diagnosis required.
At ADD-vance we offer a helpline - 01727 833963 (Monday - Friday 9am - 1pm),... Read more