The Hub

Please click here to watch our video about The Hub

For families who are living in

· temporary

· insecure (e.g. who have received an eviction notice)

· inappropriate accommodation (e.g. overcrowded properties or properties in a state of disrepair)

The Hub offers a space to get support, talk through issues, enjoy games and activities and meet other families.

Where additional help or advice is required the Hub staff will assist with finding the appropriate organisation for support.

Open to families in Hastings, St Leonards on-Sea, Rother and Eastbourne.

The Hub aims to:

· Reduce feelings of anxiety

· Improve wellbeing

· Reduce isolation

· Build resilience

· Reduce the stigma associated with being without a home.

  Hastings Eastbourne
Where
St Leonards Family Hub (Previously Children's Centre), Clyde Road, TN38 0QE.
 
Devonshire Family Hub (Previously Children's Centre), Seaside Road, BN22 7NB.
Term-Time Sessions Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri
 
Tues, Thurs
 
School Holiday sessions Day trips
Lunchtime session
Day trips
 
Session Times Term-time 3:30 to 6pm 3:30 to 6pm
Facilities Free to use washing machine and tumble dryer Free to use washing machine and tumble dryer
Free evening meal Free evening meal
Indoor and outdoor activity space Indoor activity space
  Beach activities (weather permitting)

 

What families say about The Hub

“Emotionally supportive and approachable staff”

“Good atmosphere, welcoming, feels like a community”

“Children really enjoy the art and craft activities and there is always something different to do”

 

FSN is proud to announce that the TA Hub@FSN has been shortlisted in the Supporting Families category for this years Children and Young People Awards. The project works with families living in temporary accommodation in Hastings and Eastbourne. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 28th November.
 

The Hastings Hub Team

The Eastbourne Hub Team


                                              
 

Volunteering in The Hub

Volunteers have opportunities to help with The Hub sessions, interacting directly with the families to facilitate activities and enjoy working with the rest of The Hub team. Click here to find out how to volunteer at the Hub and the roles available.

Contact and Referral Information

For more information, please contact

TA Hub Manager Email: thehub@fsncharity.co.uk Phone: 01424 423683 Ext. 2010 Mobile: 07923 236743

Or complete a referral form and return to Email: thehub@fsncharity.co.uk

 

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SuccessES


It's made a big difference. My confidence and self-esteem have improved. I've made lots of friends - especially with other volunteers. (Taken from the 2022 volunteer survey)

- FSN Volunteer

We love to play outside. Also painting and playing in the play kitchen. The sessions have helped my child come out of their shell.

- PACT Parent Voice

What an amazing nursery! All three of my children have attended this nursery and I cannot fault them. Each Individual staff member past and present have been amazing, the children are well looked after the staff are always happy to help. The children are always happy! Definitely recommend this nursery to all friends with little ones!

- Nursery parent 2023/2024

I have been supported through my career, given so many opportunities and different steps.

- Taken from staff survey 2024

I enjoy coming to PACT, meeting other parents so we can share our experiences, it helps us get out of the house too. The staff are kind and knowledgeable. When my baby is old enough for nursery I would like to volunteer to help run a group.

- PACT parent