The post-divorce period can be an overwhelming time for single parents. In an effort to ease this transition, our Banbury family law lawyers have put together a vast array of resources that can be accessed by families in need. With the combination of government and private providers, essential services such as housing, job training, budgeting and parenting workshops are readily available.
With our support, single parents can now enjoy a smoother post-divorce lifestyle, knowing that assistance is readily available to them.
Parenting classes and activities in Banbury
“Love comes naturally to most parents, but everyone faces difficulties at some point – from babies who will not sleep at night, toddlers who throw tantrums to unruly teenagers. The Sunshine Centre offers a rolling program of parenting courses throughout the year, programmes which build on parents’ individual skills so they can give their children the best start in life.”
“NCT Banbury welcomes every new parent. Our local groups, activities and events are run by volunteers. We help forge friendships and raise money for all of NCT's work, locally and nationally.”
Budgeting advice Banbury
We can help you with advice on:
- Benefits
- Consumer rights
- Debt and money management
- Discrimination, abuse and hate crime
- Employment rights
- Health
- Housing problems
- Immigration
- Pension Wise
- Relationship issues
- Universal Credit
- Witness service
If you’d like to speak to someone, please get in touch on our free phone number 0808 278 7906
Mental health advice and help
Oxfordshire mental health - https://healthwatchoxfordshire.co.uk/information-and-advice/mental-health/oxfordshire/
Oxfordshire Mind - https://www.oxmindguide.org.uk/minditem/oxford-safe-haven-2/
If you experience a mental health crisis at the weekend, you can self refer to Banbury Safe Haven by calling 01295 270 004.
Safe Haven is a non-clinical, face to face safe space to get short-term support in mental health crisis when other services are not available. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 6pm-10pm. To access please call using the referral line (open from 5pm, last entry 9pm).
Help with childcare
Childcare.co.uk - https://www.childcare.co.uk/search/Childminders/Banbury
Daynurseries.co.uk - https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/day_nursery_search_results.cfm/searchtown/Banbury
List of useful websites
- AdviceNow has survival guides regarding a divorce process and the issues you may face.
- Resolution - Professionals in family justice strive to tackle family conflicts in a constructive manner that takes into account the needs of the entire family.
- Family Lives provide advice and solutions for staying together or breaking up a marriage.
- Relate provide help and advice when you think it is time to leave your partner.
- Government advice can help with legal action and advise on any legal rights regarding a divorce process.
- Family mediation can be a quicker process than going to court, it also can be less complicated and stressful with this action.
- Voices in The Middle (for parents) has helpful information about how to talk to teenagers about divorce or separation.
- Qwell offers free, safe and anonymous mental wellbeing support for adults across the UK. There a variety of anonymous support options to meet your needs including on-line messaging, booked and drop-in chat, therapeutic content, community support and personal development tools.
Visiting Stowe Family Law divorce lawyers Banbury
Check out the Banbury Family Lawyers page on the Stowe Family Law website, here you will find information about what a family law lawyer in Banbury’s responsibilities may be and what kind of things you may expect from working towards a family lawyer career in Banbury.
Phone: 01295 641077
Email: [email protected]
You can call us from 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday and 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Jeffersons Business Centre
Room 3
6 S Bar St
Banbury
OX16 9AA
Please note that all in-office appointments are by pre-arrangement only.