Help us to provide weekly practical & emotional home-visiting support to 11 fragile local families. Our crucial early intervention prevents families from possible descent into crisis and family breakdown. Support is tailored to each family's needs and is non-judgemental, confidential and free.
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Supported families struggle with diverse issues, such as: Depression Anxiety Social isolation/Loneliness Post-natal depression Low self-esteem Domestic abuse Neurodiversity Developmental delay (Children) Families live in Royston/Buntingford & surrounding villages, Herts and in the SG8 postcode, S Cambs. In 2025-26 we supported 98 fragile families with 240 children (52 with home-visiting): 45% were single parents 55% had complex issues 72% struggled with mental health 64% felt isolated/lonely
A highly-trained volunteer will visit each family weekly, forming a close bond with parents & children - providing bespoke support, friendship & encouragement, a listening ear, offering advice and playing & reading with the children. Depending on individual needs, they will support parents to: Establish routines for children Manage children’s behaviour Advise on healthy eating Access benefits, grants & financial support Use local services/specialist support Get involved in the local community.
