Friend finding it hard to cope after separation

[AlexB42]

Hi,
I recently met up with a friend. Since she separated, she seems to be finding it hard to cope alone with her 3 children.

She's had a complicated time (court etc) and I've no experience of this so can't advise. I don't know where to start,but is there anyone on here who may be able give some advice.

She's in an new area where she has no family around her and most of her old friends she only knew via her ex.

I've told her she should try to get online and join mum's net or something similar. What should I advise her?

See if there is a Sure Start childrens centre in her area. If she has a child under 5 she can access their many groups, courses and services.

Ask the local Health Visitor for toddler groups if she has kids of that age.

Mumsnet is brilliant for help and making friends online and getting emotional support when you need it most, of an evening when you are on your own....

get involved with school is another thing, volunteer at school or preschool if she can, anything to meet new people

Good advice skyebluesapphire.
Thank you.