Care experienced parents

If you are planning for baby, are expecting a baby or are already a parent, we can support you. Please contact your personal advisor, who will be able to support you in any area you need.  

You may need support from your advisor with the following:  

• Attending medical appointments  
• Accessing the right financial support  
• Accessing new accommodation  
• Family planning support, through Castle Circus Health Centre 
• Finding out what child care support is available from your employer, training  provider, college or university 
• Support with children’s social care 

You can find more information and support for parents and carers, plus a directory of local groups and family activities, at Family Hub Torbay 

Grants and allowances for care experienced parents

• Care to Learn - Help with childcare costs while you study 
• Childcare funding - Find out what funding you are eligible for through our Early Years service 
• Sure Start Maternity Grant - One-off payment of £500 to help towards the costs of having a child 
• Free NHS dental care and prescriptions - You will be able to get free NHS dental care and free prescriptions while you’re pregnant and for a year after the baby is born.