Gruffalo Illustrator, Axel Scheffler, has illustrated a digital book for primary school age children about the Coronavirus and the measures taken to control it. It is free for anyone to read on screen or print out, although a donation to the NHS would be welcomed. The book has been published...
The Wandsworth and Richmond Perinatal and Mental Health Team have pulled together a Coronavirus Family Wellbeing Pack. It includes online mental health support as well as useful ideas for things to do with young children. Family Wellbeing Pack for during the coronavirus outbreak...
It’s not easy being stuck indoors all day, particularly with young children, but with a little knowhow, food and mealtimes can be a chance for fun, connection and structure throughout the day. With the current advice to shop less, there’s extra pressure to plan meals and pick up all the...
The last week has been incredibly difficult for everyone. We are all uncertain about the future and what it means for each of our families. We also know that it will be the most vulnerable families that are affected the most. However, there are things that we can do...
Such a beautiful evening at the House of Commons, celebrating the work of Home-Start Wandsworth. We heard heart-warming speeches from Cristiana, a mum we have supported and Charlotte, one of our supporters and donors. It was great to see MP’s Dawn Butler and Fleur Anderson taking time out of their...
Our families really enjoyed the Sunflower Network’s creative workshop during Half-term. The session focused on parents and children creating together. Play is such an important part of healthy child development and we were delighted to see both parents and children having so much...
Despite the awful weather last week, our families still had a fantastic session courtesy of Open Air Fit. Thanks especially to Mel and Inigo who brought fun and laughter to the day. Everyone had such a fun...
Staff, trustees and volunteers had a fabulous evening at the annual Volunteer Winter party. The evening was hosted by our Chair of Trustees, Maria Kinsella. As always it was a lovely chance to connect and celebrate the work that our volunteers do and it was wonderful to see so many...
We play a vital role in supporting parents and giving their children the best possible start in life. Our positive impact makes a real difference to the lives of children and families in Wandsworth. Our 2018/2019 impact report shows the difference that our network of 77 volunteers are making to...
Peter became a single parent almost overnight. He gave up work to raise his three children in their one-bedroom flat. Peter was eventually referred to Home-Start Wandsworth by Social Services. Watch Peter’s story to see how his Home-Start volunteer worked alongside the family to help meet their needs providing compassionate...
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