Home-Start Kirklees - Home-Visiting Family Support Service

Home-Start Kirklees uses the help of fully trained parent support volunteers. Our volunteers work alongside our trained staff who have been delivering specialist support to families in Kirklees for more than 25 years. Our service is flexible, friendly and designed around the needs of the families we work with. We provide a non-judgmental, inclusive environment which builds confidence, connection and parenting skills, whilst supporting emotional wellbeing and social development

The support we offer is as individual as the families themselves.  Home Start volunteers visit a family at a time that is convenient to them.  They will give up to three hours of their time on weekly basis to help parents in the home or to access community provision and/or medical appointments.

“Home-Start raises self-confidence, improves social networks and provides practical and emotional support for parents/carers”

Support for dads in the peri-natal period (birth – 2 years) Our Dad Matters project reaches, engages, and supports dads and father figures during the perinatal period. It focuses on attachment and bonding, mental health, supporting partners, and accessing services. We offer information, advice and guidance as well as bespoke 1:1 support, community activities, and clear signposting to local resources, creating a safe and inclusive space for dads to thrive.

 

Young Parents (14-24 years) We support Young Parents up to 24yrs and Teen Parents from 14–18yrs. We provide tailored support for young mums, dads, and parents to be. We focus on building positive relationships, confidence, and peer support through a mix of 1:1 sessions, group work, and community activities, helping young parents feel connected, supported, and empowered in their parenting journey.

 

Weekly family drop in at The Zone  - Mondays 9.30-11am (Term Time) Home-Start Kirklees will be at The Zone to welcome you and your little ones.

Enjoy a relaxed space where children can play while you connect with other parents.

We’re here for friendly chats and helpful tips if you’d like them – no pressure, just support when you need it.

Free, friendly, confidential information and advice for families Open to ALL parents / carers. Children under 5 years only

 

Home based support for parents  - Trained volunteers are matched to families who need practical help and a listening ear. They can support with attending appointments, accessing services and community activities or emotional support for parents who are struggling with family life challenges.

 

Other Services

Weekly Peer Support Groups, ESOL classes, School Readiness, Information, advice and guidance with signposting and referral to specialist services. 

 

Eligibility criteria is that the family live within the Kirklees district and have a child under 5 years not yet in full-time education (or expecting a baby and are post 20 weeks in pregnancy). Child must reside with them or have regular contact with the child in their own home.

Families must live in Kirklees and have a least one pre-school aged child. Families must also consent to having support. 

Families can complete the referral form on our website  https://homestart-kirklees.org.uk/ or can self-refer over the telephone.  They can also contact Locala 0-19 Service or any other professional and ask for them to make a referral on their behalf. 

Upon receipt of a referral you will be contacted in order to organise an initial visit where we will talk to you about your support needs.