Here for parents when they need us most, because childhood can’t wait.
Raising young children is not easy, and here at Home-Start Cymru, we stand beside families through the challenges they face.
At the heart of our service is our home visiting volunteer support, where a community of trained charity volunteers and expert staff across Wales work together to ensure families with young children receive the help they need during the crucial early years. Our goal is to strengthen family well-being and build brighter futures.
Our dedicated volunteers support parents in their own homes, helping them manage the daily challenges of family life.
With compassion and understanding, they provide practical help and emotional encouragement, empowering parents with the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to nurture their children and create stable, loving homes.
Get involved with our family support charity
At Home-Start Cymru, there are numerous ways to get involved and contribute to our cause. We believe that everyone can play a part in making a difference. Whether you prefer participating in events, fundraising in your own unique way, leaving a lasting legacy, or giving your time as a volunteer, there’s always an avenue to support us.
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At Home-Start Cymru, we’re dedicated to supporting families through whatever challenges they face. Every family is unique, and each year we provide essential help to hundreds across Wales. Our services aim to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of parents and children.
How we support families:
1-1 Home Visiting: Our trained volunteers offer practical help, emotional support, and non-judgmental guidance in families’ homes.
Peer Support Groups: We create safe spaces for parents to connect, share experiences, and support one another.
Specialised Services: We deliver tailored support across 18 local authorities, addressing specific needs and promoting family well-being.
Our commitment remains strong as we continue to expand and enhance our services—because every family deserves the chance to thrive.
If you or someone you know needs support, please contact us at info@homestartcymru.org.uk. Our team is here to help.
Parental support, which is compassionate, confidential and as individual as you are
Home-Start Cymru volunteers understand how hard it can be to be a parent. They work alongside parents, usually in their own homes, to help them cope with the stresses and strains of life and make sure they have the skills, confidence and strength they need to nurture their children.
