Family Hubs Market Engagement

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    "description": "This is not a call for competition \nWe would like to bring to your attention an opportunity to help shape the future of the Best Start in Life Family Hubs Programme within the London Borough of Croydon. \nCroydon Council intends to commission services aimed at improving outcomes for children, young people, and families across the borough. Our focus is on supporting families to feel confident in their parenting, maintain positive mental and emotional wellbeing, and build strong, healthy relationships with their children. We also want to ensure families can access joined-up services that enable them to give their children the best possible start in life. \nWe are seeking providers who can work in partnership with Croydon Family Hubs, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, and wider stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely, and cost-effective support. \nYou are invited to attend our Market Engagement event, where commissioners will outline the proposed vision and outcomes, and provide an opportunity for providers to ask questions and share initial feedback. \nWe look forward to your participation. \nDates:  \nParenting \nWednesday 1st July 2026  \nTime: 9.30 am – 12pm \nHome-Learning Environment \nWednesday 1st July 2026  \nTime: 2pm – 4.30pm \nHealthy Babies \nThursday 2nd July 2026 \nTime: 9.30 am – 12pm \nLocation: Braithwaite Hall, Town Hall, Katherine St, Croydon, CR0 1NX \nPlease register your interest to attend by sending us a message via the correspondence area including the following details:  \nName of Chosen subject area to attend \nDate & Time you wish to attend \nThe name of your organisation \nThe name and job title of the delegates \nThe email addresses of the delegates \nOnce you send us your information, we will send you an invite.",
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