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List of children's centres
The borough no longer has children's centres. They have changed into community hubs.
For details on Community Hubs please visit
There are also three Family Hubs delivering a start for life offer that can be found on our Start For Life website.
Activities
We will help you to access support for mums, dads and carers, help getting jobs and training, health services, daycare and activities for babies and toddlers. Please visit our what's on page for information.
Baby weighing and weaning advice
To contact your health please visit the NHS website or call 0300 300 1668 / 1875 or 1727
Speech and Language Therapy Service
For children who are finding communication difficult, email bdsalt.admin@nelft.nhs.uk or call 0300 300 1754
Community Food Club
For people struggling with debt and financial hardship, members collect fresh food each week and get help from services that address money worries. Please visit our community food clubs page for more information
Bookstart
Come to any library to collect a free BookStart pack that includes books for you to keep and share with you child.