SUPPORT
Families
Home-Start Deeside, Alford and Strathdon is your local Home-Start organisation. At the heart of our charity is the belief that parents have the key role in creating a secure and happy environment for their children. But we know that sometimes they need a bit of help. That’s where Home-Start comes in.
If you would like to get home visits, or would like to volunteer, give us a call on 01330 824 443 and speak to our friendly staff. Our Banchory office is open Monday to Thursday, 8am to 3.30pm.
Home-Start Deeside, Alford & Strathdon covers the area of Marr, excluding Rhynie and Huntly.
If you live in this area and believe we can help, contact us to self refer, or speak to your Health Visitor or GP.
Home Support
Home-Start Deeside, Alford and Strathdon family visiting volunteers will visit a family in their own home usually once a week for a few hours to offer support.
Our volunteers help parents going through difficult times including:
- Friendly support through difficult times for as long as it is needed.
- Understanding that when bringing up children, problems are not unusual.
- Reassurance – all parents can sometimes feel overwhelmed. You are not alone!
- A listening ear and a shoulder to cry on.
- An extra pair of hands – volunteers are not baby-sitters or home-helps, but can offer you practical help with the children and daily routines.
- Reducing isolation access to groups in the community.
- Emphasising the positive aspects of family life.
Group Support
We offer local support at our groups for Home-Start Deeside, Alford and Strathdon Families.
Our groups provide a space for parents to gather, talk, and create their own local support network.
Banchory – “Bright Sparks”
Thursday – 9.30-11.30 am
Alford – “Mums in Mind”
Every 2nd Wednesday – 9.30 – 11am
Due to the nature of these groups, we would like to request that only families receiving support from Home-Start attend.
If you would like any more information about timings and location of these groups, please call our office on 01330 824 443 or email admin@homestart.org. Our Banchory Office is open Monday to Thursday, 8am to 3.30pm.
