The FIRST Hub

11/06/2026

If you think we could offer you any help or support please don't hesitate to get into contact with us:
email - [email protected]
Call - 07348179737

11/06/2026

Get in touch
[email protected]

07348 179737

Office 4

22 George Street,

Ryde,

Isle of Wight,

PO33 2EW

09/06/2026

NEW!!

Parents & Carers group at 34 The Mall, Newport
Fortnightly - Wednesdays 7-8.30pm

Donations only ☺️

Open doors to anyone who is a supporting an adult, young person or child with mental health difficulties.

💕friendly and relaxed space
💕run by professional counsellors
💕chance to ask questions and gain insight into pathways, options, help or resources
💕time for YOU

Please message me for more details:
07894546619
[email protected]

26/05/2026

At The First Hub Isle of Wight, we pride ourselves on being understanding. We know that reaching out and asking for help can feel scary and daunting, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

However, when an appointment is booked and someone does not show up, it has a significant impact:

It delays your journey: Missing a meeting puts your own support, advice, or contact plans on hold.

It affects other families: That time slot could have been given to another family who is urgently waiting for our help.

It impacts our resources: As a dedicated local service, our team prepares thoroughly for every single meeting.

We completely understand that life happens. If you cannot make a Microsoft Teams or face-to-face meeting due to an emergency, illness, or anxiety, please just let us know as soon as possible. We will never judge you—we will simply work with you to reschedule.

21/05/2026

The Centre for Early Childhood’s Explainer on growing a healthy brain explains why early relationships, surroundings and experiences are central to children’...

18/05/2026

When parents separate in the UK, the core legal principle is that both parents are financially responsible for the costs of raising their children, regardless of who the child lives with or whether the parents were married.

How those expenses are split depends on the type of expense and the care arrangements. The division breaks down into everyday essentials, extra costs, and household separation expenses.

If you think we could offer you any help or support please don't hesitate to get into contact with us:

email - [email protected]
Call - 07348179737

15/05/2026

08/05/2026

When parents separate, one of the hardest questions can be:
“What’s best for the children?”

In her latest article, Tina Maretic explores how children’s emotional and developmental needs change at different ages — and why child contact arrangements should focus on helping children feel safe, secure, and heard, rather than following a “one size fits all” approach.

This thoughtful blog looks at:
✨ Why routines and attachment matter
✨ How children experience separation differently at each stage of development
✨ The importance of child-centred communication
✨ Creating arrangements that support emotional wellbeing

At FIRST Hub, we understand that separation can feel overwhelming for families. Our aim is always to support healthier communication, reduce conflict, and help parents make decisions that truly meet their children’s needs.

Read the full article here:
https://www.firsthub.org/rethinking-child-contact-what-do-children-really-need-at-each-stage-of-development

When parents separate, the biggest question is not what is fairest for adults, but what helps a child feel safe and secure. This blog explores how children’s needs change with age and why child-centred arrangements matter more than fixed formulas.