Family Drop-ins
Case Study 1
Two mothers with young children attended The Coastal Collective’s Family Drop-in following a referral from their health visitor. Both families were new to the UK and seeking asylum, with no local family support network. Through the service, we were able to provide practical assistance including nappies, clothing, and food vouchers, as well as signposting to Wesley’s Community Café for additional support.
Outcomes:
Over the following weeks, regular attendance enabled both mothers to build friendships and connections within the local community, reducing feelings of isolation and helping them establish a valued support network.
Bespoke Family Support
Case Study 2
A family experiencing the combined challenges of illness, separation, and anxiety was referred to The Coastal Collective through their child’s school. We developed a tailored programme of support, working individually with both the children and parents to address each person’s needs while helping the family communicate effectively, plan together, and develop practical problem-solving strategies. Support was provided over an extended period, with ongoing check-ins to help sustain progress and build resilience.
Outcomes:
Over time, the family members felt supported by our practitioners, built resilience and became better equipped to navigate challenges and support one another.
Direct Support in School
Case Study 3
A child was experiencing significant anxiety, leading to school avoidance and increasing distress at the beginning of each week. Anxiety would build from Sunday evening into Monday morning, affecting attendance and placing additional strain on family relationships. Following discussions with the school, The Coastal Collective established a Welcome to School group on Monday mornings. The group provided a calm, low-pressure environment where children could connect with peers and participate in activities shaped by their interests.
Outcomes:
As additional children joined the group, it became a positive and supportive start to the week. Through shared experiences, the children developed peer relationships and provided encouragement and support to one another. The programme contributed to improved attendance, reduced anxiety, and happier Monday mornings for children and their families.
Direct Support in School, Creative Therapy
Case Study 4
A family had experienced significant change over a short period, resulting in separation and limited opportunities for siblings to spend time together. The disruption had a considerable impact on the children’s emotional wellbeing. Following a referral to The Coastal Collective, a weekly creative therapy session was established to provide the siblings with dedicated time together in a safe and nurturing environment.
Outcomes:
Through creative activities, the children benefitted from positive, enjoyable experiences together. They were able to value their relationships and time together, expressed their feelings, and enjoy positive shared experiences. The sessions provided much-needed stability, connection, and emotional support during an otherwise challenging period.
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Creative Space
Case Study 1
One of the attendees who we shall call R has hardly been out of their house for 6 years following a mental health crisis. One of the NHS social prescribers referred R to us and came along with her for the first week. R has now attended every week. She states that this group has saved her life and dreads to think where she would be if she hadn’t found us. She still has a long way to go, with the creative space still being the only time she ventures out in the week.
Family Drop In
Case Study 2
Two mothers with young children have attended over the last few weeks. These are seeking asylum from Nairobi and the Caribbean. They were supplied them with coats, nappies, food and signposted them to Wesley’s community café. While in the hub they have formed relationships with others in the community, stating they feel that the isolation they have been feeling has been lifted.
Family Drop In
Case Study 3
One mother is going through a court case with her previous partner in relation to coercive control. This mother has a 1-year-old child. The family drop in provided her with nappies and foodbank vouchers. She is a very anxious mother who doesn’t really go out anymore. It is obvious that her confidence is returning slowly over the weeks she has been visiting us.
Family Drop In
Case Study 4
One mother with 4 children – the youngest two being under the age of 2 years. Her husband has walked out on her leaving her with nothing. The family drop in service has provided clothes, food, foodbank vouchers, and signposted her to various charities that ay be able to help her.