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'Charities are charged by the power of volunteers'

This week, we sat down with Peter Grigg, Home-Start UK’s new CEO. We decided to get to know Peter better by talking to him about what drives him to work for families and to join Home-Start UK …
Thank you for offering to share your story

Thank you for offering to share your story and help us to raise awareness of our work.
Home-Start co-ordinator recognised in New Year’s Honours

Denyse Walker, Co-ordinator at Home-Start Lakeland in Northern Ireland has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the Queen’s 2020 New Year’s Honours List.
Home-Start Cymru in Powys

Home-Start Cymru in Powys contact details

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Find your Home-Start

Find your nearest Home-Start using our online map.
About us

Home-Start is a local community network of trained volunteers and expert support helping families with young children through their challenging times. We are there for parents when they need us the most because childhood can’t wait.
Work for Home-Start UK

The people at Home-Start are its most important resource. Home-Start UK has been accredited with Investors in People since March 2005, which recognises the commitment we give to developing our staff. Please find below current vacancies within Home-Start UK.
Find a Home-Start in Scotland

Find your nearest Home-Start in Scotland
Find a Home-Start in Northern Ireland

Find your nearest Home-Start in Northern Ireland
Find a Home-Start in Wales

Find your nearest Home-Start in Wales
Make a referral

We receive referrals from health visitors, GPs, social care and child care practitioners as well as those involved in mental health services, education, early years and probation.
Ways to volunteer - home visiting

Help parents and their children by visiting them for a couple of hours a week in their own homes.
Home-visiting

Starting in the home, our approach is as individual as the people we’re helping. No judgement, just compassionate, confidential help and expert support.
Ways to volunteer - other helping hands

From play groups to fundraising balls and social events, there are many opportunities for willing hands.

Because childhood can't wait

The earliest years make the biggest difference. Home-Start makes sure those years count, so no child's future is limited.

Donate here to support Home-Start UK’s work around the country. To support a local Home-Start, you can find their details here. Read more

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