The rise in domestic abuse during lockdown has been well documented with the National Domestic Abuse helpline reporting 25% above average calls in the second week of lockdown and 49% higher than normal after three weeks. As we begin to come out of Lockdown, it is...
The current Black Lives Matter movements taking place around the world in response to the death of George Floyd are a powerful reminder that work still needs to be done to erase racism. The focus has been on the US, however here in the UK, there is still much work...
Due to Covid-19 and the on-going Government measures in place, we are continuing to offer our befriending and therapy support services to families remotely, and face-to-face support remains suspended. We are able to accept new referrals to our service for families who...
Due to the on-going Government measures in place around Coronavirus, all face-to-face services (including home-visits, face-to-face therapy sessions, and groups) remain suspended. Our team of fantastic volunteer befrienders and therapists are continuing to offer...
Due to the evolving situation with Coronavirus, and the most recent government advice, we have decided to suspend all face-to-face services (including home-visits, therapy sessions, and groups) and all staff will be working from home. We will be providing as many...
Home-Start Westminster is looking for a part-time Family Support Co-ordinator to join our small, dynamic team for 1-year maternity cover. All information can be found by clicking here.
We are really excited to have been chosen as IBP Markets’ Charity of the Year. Thank you to the wonderful team for their generous support so far, and we look forward to working with IBP Markets throughout 2020!
We are so excited to unveil our brand-new website! Our shiny new website wouldn’t have been possible without the assistance of local property company, Chancerygate, and especially the wonderful Helen Bradley, who have helped on a voluntary basis to design and produce...
Starting to think about your New Year’s Resolutions? Why not volunteer with Home-Start Westminster! Volunteering as a family befriender enables you to give back to your local community and learn some new skills at the same time. Our next volunteer preparation course...
It’s been a busy year here at Home-Start Westminster, and we have welcomed 3 new lovely members of staff to our growing team! Toni joined us in January in a new role as our Volunteer Development Officer, Maria joined us in June as our new Finance Administrator, and...
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