Single Parents Wellbeing

26/11/2025

VOLUNTEER WITH US!

Single Parents Wellbeing wouldn’t be where it is today without volunteers.
A huge amount of time has been donated at every level of SPW to help it grow.
As we are busier than ever, we thought it would be a good time to have groups of volunteers coming together with a common aim, to really help SPW achieve its goals and to give volunteers even more accountability in their roles within SPW.

If you'd like to join us on working on RAISE Van - Our connection Cafe on Wheels we'd love to hear from you!

This group will have responsibility for the RAISE van at events or pitches. Selling drinks, maintaining safety standards and supporting the stock ordering process. Roles available are driver / barista / both.

If you'd like to get involved then please do get in touch with sarah@singleparentswellbeing.com

25/11/2025

Are you on our mailing list?
👀 Go check your emails for details on our new initiative: Thank a Parent.

More coming soon!

24/11/2025

A magical evening celebrating our inspiring bunch of young volunteers who completed our 2025 Youth Action Academy programme this year!

We are so very grateful for all their energy, effort, and hours they’ve put into leading our events for children and young people this year! They have advocated for the children in our community and ensured that each event is considerate of their needs, inclusive to all and warm & welcoming.

24/11/2025

Want to look after yourself ahead of the holidays?

We have a fabulous online *wellbeing workshop* coming up this Thursday evening 7.30pm.

Join us online for a ‘parents pause’ ahead of the festive period.

You’ll be guided through some simple techniques including tapping and Breathwork to leave you feeling lighter, calmer and ready for the holidays.

Book your spot here: https://singleparentswellbeing.as.me/festiveparentpause

21/11/2025

November is also known as Movember and this Men's Mental Health Month aims to raise awareness about men's mental health issues and encourage open conversations about emotional well-being.
In support of Movember we wanted to highlight some organisations that offer help to those struggling with their mental health.

We also spoke with SPW’s Roy who shared how important it is to reach out for support:

"Sometimes life can feel a bit too heavy on our shoulders and we feel we need to carry all the load ourselves. But it's important to remind ourselves that we are surrounded by amazing people who would love to take some of the weight off or help us carry it until the storm passes.

I would like to thank Big Moose for helping me understand myself better and helping me through one of the hardest times of my life this year. We are never alone. There is always help for those who need it.
So, I hope we all can help and support each other become the best versions of ourselves".

Below are some organisations that can listen and provide support to those struggling with their mental health:

Big Moose
Access to therapy in Wales without the long waiting list

Overcome
Access to free online mental health support

DadPad
The essential guide for new dads developed with the NHS.

DadsmatterUK.org
A website and support service for dads worried about or suffering from depression, anxiety and PTSD.

Lots more resources available via our website
https://www.singleparentswellbeing.com/spw-resources/mental-health

We also have our fabulous Diamond Dads meet up this month on Friday 28th November. Join Ambassador Tom for a relaxed drink, game of pool and meet other single dads in Cardiff. www.singleparentswellbeing.com/workshops-meet-ups

21/11/2025

Happy Friday everyone!
Want to know what's coming up in the next 7 days?!

NEW! Swansea Weekly Meet Up aged 10-16
Collaboration Station
Fri 21st and 28th
5pm-6.30pm

C4C - Champions for Change, aged 10-18
Ysgol Glan Morfa, Lewis Road, Cardiff
Mondays in term time
5.30pm-7pm

Single Parents Circle - Parent Pause: A Festive Wellbeing Workshop
ONLINE
Thursday 27th
7.30-8.30pm

SOLO Social - Diamond Dads
Windsor Pub, Cardiff
Fri 28th
6.30-9.30pm

Get Social - POLO Parents of Little Ones
Mothers Matter, RCT
Sat 29th
10am-12pm

https://www.singleparentswellbeing.com/workshops-meet-ups/all-events
As always if cost is an issue for any of the workshops then get in touch.

19/11/2025

VOLUNTEER WITH US!

Single Parents Wellbeing wouldn’t be where it is today without volunteers.
A huge amount of time has been donated at every level of SPW to help it grow.
As we are busier than ever, we thought it would be a good time to have groups of volunteers coming together with a common aim, to really help SPW achieve its goals and to give volunteers even more accountability in their roles within SPW.

If you've been thinking about volunteering with Single Parents Wellbeing but struggle to attend events then our Fundraising Team might be a really good fit?!

This group will plan out, organise, promote and run fundraising events and activities for SPW. It could be anything from a bucket collection to co-ordinating a sponsorship event. The goal will be to raise money from outside of our community as well as within.

If you'd like to get involved then please do get in touch with sarah@singleparentswellbeing.com

17/11/2025

🌟 Introducing ABI – Achieve Believe Inspire! 🌟
A brand-new youth group in Swansea for young people aged 10–16, proudly part of the Mind Our Future Project with Single Parents Wellbeing.

💡 What makes ABI special? This group has been co-produced by young people from the very start — they chose the name, the meeting time (Fridays, 5–6:30pm), the activities, and even the music playlist! We meet every week term time in the Collaboration Station, St Davids, Swansea City Centre.

✨ Here’s what we’ve been up to so far:

🍳 Cooking class with Jen from Cooking Together Wales

🤸 Trampolining social at Buzz (sold out in record time!)

🎤 Upcoming guest speaker from Bullies Out on 5th December to explore bullying and how to manage tough situations

👫 Volunteering opportunities, quarterly socials, and a chance for every young person to have their say

🌍 Together, we’re building a space where young people can:

Learn new skills

Make friends

Celebrate all kinds of families — single parent, co-parenting, blended — and raise awareness in our community

Learn and grow

💬 “By working together, we can help shape the future.”

👉 If you have a young person aged 10–16, we’d love to welcome them into our ABI group. Let’s inspire, achieve, and believe — together!

https://SingleParentsWellbeing.as.me/ABIGroupSwansea

14/11/2025

We have a fabulous new blog post up today from Samuel as part of Trans Awareness Week.

Samuel shares his experience of being transgender and offers advice and tips to Single Parents whose children might be questioning their gender.

We are so grateful to our community for their honesty and willingness to share their experiences.

Head over to our blog to read Samuel's blog
https://www.singleparentswellbeing.com/blog/supportingyourtranschild

🏳️‍⚧️

14/11/2025

What's coming up this week:

Swansea Weekly Meet Up aged 10-16
Collaboration Station
Fri 14th, 21st and 28th
5pm-6.30pm

Solo Social - Christmas Wreath Making, Cardiff
Revolucion de Cuba, Cardiff
Fri 14th
7pm-8.30pm
£30

Get Social - POLO Parents of Little Ones
Mothers Matter, RCT
Sat 15th and 29th
10am-12pm

NEW! KIPS Connecting Creatively age 5-12
Cathays Community Centre, Cardiff
Saturdays in November
2-4pm £3

C4C - Champions for Change, aged 10-18
Ysgol Glan Morfa, Lewis Road, Cardiff
Mondays in term time
5.30pm-7pm

Solo Social - Mumapause On Tour
Fino Lounge, Whitchurch
Fri 21st
2.30-3.30pm

Solo Social - Cinema Club
Cineworld, Cardiff
Fri 21st
7.20pm showing booking in row K

Check out our website for more details and to book your spot!

www.singleparentswellbeing.com

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13/11/2025

Another fabulous opportunity to support Single Parents Wellbeing while you shop:

I raise free donations every time I shop online with – it’s such a simple way to make a difference.

It’s also World Kindness Day, so why not make this your act of kindness? Join me today and help Single Parents Wellbeing CIC raise even more when you do your Christmas shopping.

Sign up through the app now and they’ll get an extra £2 donation!

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/easyfundraising-app/?causeId=267323&utm_term=DSN5C

Here's a video to show you how:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmeG8nZ2JgA&t=27s

Raising money for your chosen cause has never been easier with the easyfundraising mobile fundraising app. Learn more now!

13/11/2025

Did you spot our Christmas Meal is now online to book on the website?

Limited spots available please book before Sunday 16th November to secure your space.

Solo Social Christmas Meal
Villagio, Whitchurch, Cardiff
Friday 12th December
8.30pm
https://SingleParentsWellbeing.as.me/xmasmeal

Tickets are £10 to confirm your attendance and a pre-order is required by Sunday 16th November.
The balance of your bill is due on the night, less the £10 already paid.

We can't wait to get festive with you!