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Kew Gardens

A lovely sunny day spent at Kew Gardens last week with lots of new friendships formed. It was wonderful to see the children climbing, running and exploring the beautiful gardens and playground. We were delighted to have three volunteers from Enable Community join us. Thank you for for supporting us,...

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Volunteers’ Week 1 -7 June 2023

During Volunteers’ Week we wanted to take a moment to thank all of our amazing volunteers for their commitment and continued support to Home-Start families and the staff team. Home-Start volunteers support families with young children in Wandsworth dealing with a variety of difficulties including; post-natal depression, isolation, physical and mental...

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We are recruiting!

Could you spare 2-4 hours a week to support a local family and make a difference that could last a lifetime? We are looking for people to join our network of trained volunteers. Home-Start volunteers support families with young children in Wandsworth dealing with a variety of difficulties including; post-natal depression,...

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Save the date

The legendary Home-Start Wandsworth Quiz Night is back at The Wandsworth Town Hall on Thursday 12 October 2023. Please put the date in your diary and let your friends know! We will be in touch soon with details of our early bird...

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Host a Coronation party

Join us in celebrating the King’s Coronation by holding a party in support of Home-Start Wandsworth, on the special bank holiday weekend from Saturday 6 – Monday 8 May, and help us to support vulnerable families when they need it most. Gather your friends, family and neighbours, and celebrate this historic...

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Recruiting for a Volunteer Development Officer

We are seeking a warm innovative, networker with confident leadership & motivational skills to support volunteers and provide oversight of Home-Start Wandsworth volunteering. Volunteer Development Officer Contract: Part-time. Permanent Hours: 12 hours per week with the capacity to work additional hours if required Salary: £26,000 pro rata Responsible to: Director...

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Warm spaces, friendly faces grant

We are delighted to have received a £1000 grant from White Stuff to fund our weekly group session in Home cafe, giving families the opportunity to meet and connect in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment. We give everyone who attends a hot drink, a healthy freshly cooked lunch and...

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Rachel’s story

                “My childhood was tough. Mum was distant, and expected me to do all the housework, along with looking after my brothers. Chores left me no time for school, so I’ve had no proper education. As difficult as my childhood was, it could...

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Race Equality Week 6-12 February 2023

The theme for Race Equality Week 2023 is #ItsEveryonesBusiness. Overall, since the flurry of pledges many organisations were making back in 2020 to become more inclusive, which for many included black squares, signing charters and race action plans, progress in addressing racial inequality is proving to be a challenge. A survey...

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