We are one of eighteen charitable organisations in Leeds that have been awarded resilience funding and support through Leeds Community Foundation. We aim to use this support to improve our ability to manage the challenge of satisfying higher – and more intense – demand for our services while increasing commensurately the financial resources we need …
Leeds researchers investigating the effects of lockdown on children’s early development were inspired to fund wet weather gear for 28 disadvantaged families after a survey revealed toddlers were missing out on play. Read the full article on the Yorkshire Evening Post…
Over Christmas 2020 we were able to supply presents to over 45 families. We would like to thank John Lewis, Waitrose, and the FareShare Partnership for their support of Home-Start. You can read more about this support and campaign on the The Yorkshire Post…
Yorkshire families in need will get extra help and support from a charity after Waitrose and John Lewis unveiled this year’s Christmas advertising campaign. Read the full article on The Yorkshire Post…
We are excited for the partnership between Home-Start, John Lewis, Waitrose and FareShare. We hope you have all seen the John Lewis Christmas advert this year, if not, here it is! The theme of the advert is kindness, and it highlights Home-Start’s new partnership with John Lewis, Waitrose and FareShare. BECAUSE TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE …
Hello Everyone, We have now started our first Covid Secure Volunteer Evening Preparation Course since lock down back in March. We have got 8 eager volunteers ready to go. Their first session took place yesterday (17th September 2020) at the Home-Start office. Session 1: Welcome to Home-Start Introduction to the Preparation Course Introduction to the Organisation To agree …
Please note, we are still taking enquiries about volunteering for Home-Start Leeds in readiness for when the current lockdown period is relaxed, when it is predicted that there will be an even greater demand for support to parents/carers support from Home-Start volunteer. If you would like to speak to a member of staff please call 07444380281 …
It is with great regret that, following government and HSUK advice to minimise social contact, we have taken the decision to postpone our home-visiting support at this time. Instead staff and some volunteers will be offering telephone, email support to families. Volunteers will continue to receive support from co-ordinators over the telephone, by email or text. In …
Coronavirus will place the greatest strain on families who are already vulnerable, including those already isolated, facing financial hardship and mental health challenges. Home-Starts across the country are working tirelessly to stay connected with families continue to support families remotely when they can’t visit them in person. They are working with community partners to ensure …
We are working in partnership with other organisations across Leeds and NHS partners to deliver Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service. Home-Start is delivering part of the specialist Perinatal support. Supporting families experiencing perinatal stress, depression, anxiety etc. during pregnancy/infants first 2 years. The overall service is here to help the people of Leeds get the right support, …
