Branching Together – Parent Carer Groups in January 2026

Borders Additional Needs Group (BANG) is delighted to announce the return of its Branching Together Parent Carer Groups this January. These inclusive, friendly and informative sessions offer parent carers a chance to connect, share experiences and access helpful information in a relaxed setting.

Each group provides:

• A welcoming space to enjoy a cuppa and chat with other parent carers
• Opportunities to meet visiting professionals from local services
• Support for all parent carers of children and young people with additional needs or neurodivergence, regardless of diagnosis or stage in their journey

Galashiels Parent Carer Group

Returning: Friday 9th January 2026
Weekly sessions: Fridays during term-time, 10am-12pm
Location: The Focus Centre, Galashiels

Session overview:

• 9th, 16th, 30th – Coffee and chat
• 23rd – Zumba in the main hall with Norrie

Peebles Parent Carer Group

Returning: Wednesday 7th January 2026

Weekly sessions: Wednesdays during term-time, 9:15am-11:15am
Location: The Cross Keys (Upstairs Function Room), Peebles

Session overview:

• 7th – Chat over how Christmas break went
• 14th – Toileting
• 21st – Holidays – how do you adjust holidays to suit your child/children
• 28th – School attendance

Hawick Parent Carer Group

Returning: Thursday 8th January 2026

Weekly sessions: Thursdays during term-time, 9:15am-11:15am
Location: Hawick Business Centre, 10-12 Oliver Crescent

Session overview:

• 8th, 15th, 22nd – Coffee and chat
• 29th – Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy input

Why join?

These sessions are a great way to build connections, share experiences and gain practical advice. Whether you’re looking for support, information or simply a friendly chat, BANG’s Branching Together groups are here for you.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit the BANG website.