The Red Hen Project helps children to achieve at home and in school. It also runs outreach activities, courses & events for local parents so they can meet & support each other.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- meeting other parents facing similar issues will make you feel less alone;
- learning new skills (like cooking) is rewarding and useful;
- support from a member of the team will make you feel more confident about your parenting skills and choices.
“I was a hermit, never went anywhere or mixed with anybody. I was lonely and isolated and this made it hard for the children because they were cut off from everybody too…The Red Hen Project always listens to my issues and concerns, they gave me really good advice to help with sleep routines and managing the children. The biggest support they gave me was encouraging me to go to groups and meet new people.” Julie, mum of six children
How to contact
Where to go
Arbury
Cambridge
UK
Kings Hedges
Cambridge
UK
Chesterton
Cambridge
UK
Church of the Good Shepherd
Mansel Way
Cambridge CB4 2ET
UK
Chesterton Methodist Church
Green End Rd
Chesterton
Cambridge CB4 1RW
Arbury Community Centre
Campkin Road
Cambridge CB4 2LD
UK
What to expect?
If you live in North Cambridge or Orchard Park, and have at least one child of primary-school age, contact The Red Hen Project to chat with a member of the team about the needs of your child/ren and family.
The Red Hen Project’s trusted family workers provide support for children and their families wherever needed – in homes, schools, and the community. They help families tackle challenges that might be getting in the way of happiness and success, including sleep problems, managing routines, debts, family relationships, social isolation, neurodivergence, housing, benefits, bereavement, physical and mental health, domestic abuse and school attendance.
The team at The Red Hen Project are qualified, experienced, non-judgmental and supportive. Many are parents themselves so know exactly what the challenges can be.
The Red Hen Project run three drop-in groups during term time where you can meet other parents like you. You don’t need to be supported one-to-one by a Red Hen team member to attend these groups, anyone living in CB4 with a child of primary school age is welcome.
Tea and Toast Tuesday – A drop-in play session with snacks for families with under 5’s. Every Tuesday in term time, 8.45-10.30am at the Church of the Good Shepherd Hall, Mansel Way.
Wellbeing Wednesday– A group for parents/carers only, no children. Breakfast is provided and you can take part in wellbeing activities. Every Wednesday in term time, 9-11am at Chesterton Methodist Church, Green End Road.
Thursday Drop in – Hot drinks, snacks, play and chat for parents/carers and children of all ages. Every Thursday in term time, 10.15-12.00 at Arbury Community Centre on Campkin Road.
Contact The Red Hen Project to find out more about these groups and other events and activities.
Support from The Red Hen Project is free.
How to contact
Where to go
Arbury
Cambridge
UK
Kings Hedges
Cambridge
UK
Chesterton
Cambridge
UK
Church of the Good Shepherd
Mansel Way
Cambridge CB4 2ET
UK
Chesterton Methodist Church
Green End Rd
Chesterton
Cambridge CB4 1RW
Arbury Community Centre
Campkin Road
Cambridge CB4 2LD
UK
