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We’re there for parents when they need us the most, because childhood can’t wait.
Volunteers are central to the work of Home-Start. They provide invaluable friendship, emotional and practical support to parents in need
Formerly known as Home-Start Bristol
Making a difference in Bristol
& South Gloucestershire
Number of Children Supported
Number of Families Supported
Volunteers Supporting Families
Number of Children Supported
Number of Families Supported
Volunteers Supporting Families
Period: 2019 – 2021
Welcome to Home-Start Bristol & South Gloucestershire
Home-Start Bristol & South Gloucestershire offers free, confidential support, friendship and practical help to parents in Bristol and South Gloucestershire who are going through a challenging time and have at least one child under the age of five.
Being a parent, whatever your situation, can be difficult, especially when children are young. Many parents feel exhausted and overwhelmed by the stresses of family life, particularly if they have don’t have the support of family and friends when they need it most. For some parents it’s a particular struggle because they are also trying to cope with issues such as post-natal depression, illness or disability, isolation or multiple birth.
We deliver support through targeted groups in children’s centres across Bristol and South Gloucestershire and through home visiting.
Volunteers are at the heart of everything that we do. Our carefully selected volunteers are all parents themselves and understand the challenges families may be facing. They offer emotional and practical support to help families through difficult times. This friendly parent-to-parent support is a simple yet effective way of enabling families to get back on track.
Get Support
We work with you to build on your strength and give you the support you tell us you need.
Ways to Volunteer
By volunteering a few hours each week you can transform the lives of young children and their parents in the community.
Why fundraise for us?
A child’s earliest years are the most important. Home-Start wants to make sure those years count. Can you help us?
If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this video our Mums in Mind groups might be able to help. Find out more about where the groups are running here.
Latest news from Home-Start Bristol & South Gloucestershire
We’re looking for a Safe Start Project Coordinator (18hrs per week)
Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire is looking for a compassionate, skilled and relationship-focused Safe Start Project Coordinator to join our friendly and committed team. Home-Start is a charity working with local families with children under five. We...
We’re looking for a Corporate Partnerships & Community Fundraiser (8 hours per week)
Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire is looking for a confident, relationship-focused Corporate Partnerships & Community Fundraiser to join our friendly and committed team. Home-Start is a charity working with local families with children under five. We...
Welcome New Volunteers 🥳
We’re delighted to welcome 10 new volunteers who have just completed their preparation course with Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire 🎉 They are now ready to begin or have already started supporting local families, offering a listening ear, practical help,...
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