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People in Harmony - making mixed race matter - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

People in Harmony (PIH) is a membership organisation for mixed race people, families and couples. We have been providing information and support for over 50 years to members, researchers, statutory bodies and the general public. One of our aims is to influence and improve ways in which public...

1 Voice - Communicating Together - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

1Voice takes a family and social perspective on communication and recognises the great need for adult role models to inspire children and families alike. 1Voice promotes families supporting each other to overcome the isolation that being unable to speak can bring. Network and support for...

10 Steps to a Healthy Weight - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith In Wales, 1 in 4 children are overweight or obese by the time they start school. Children who are overweight or obese at this age are more likely to be overweight as a teenager and adult. This can cause health problems like asthma, low self esteem and diabetes. To help your child be a healthy...

ACLT (African Caribbean Leukaemia Trust) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The ACLT (African Caribbean Leukaemia Trust) is a leading cancer charity dedicated to raising the awareness of the shortage of Black and Ethnic Minority donors on the UK Bone Marrow, Blood and Organ registers and recruits potential donors to come forward at ACLT registration drives (via saliva...

Action for Children Short Break - POPS (Positive Outcome Play Services) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith POPS (Positive Outcome Play Services) provides short breaks for children & young people with disabilities within the community or in the child's home, providing them with opportunities to make new friends & enjoy different experiences & offering respite to families/full time carers. Sessions may ...

Action for Children Short Breaks - Family Links - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The purpose of Family Link is to provide a child or young person with opportunities to make new friends and enjoy different experiences whilst giving parents a welcome break. Short break families are recruited, stringently checked, assessed and trained by the Project and then approved as carers...

ADDers - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our objective is to promote awareness to ADD, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Asperger's and to provide information and as much free practical help as we can to those affected by the condition, both adults and children and their families.

Adfam - Families, Drugs and Alcohol - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Adfam is the national charity working to improve life for families affected by drugs and alcohol. Drug & alcohol use can threaten and ultimately destroy family relationships and well-being. We empower family members and carers, support front-line workers and influence decision-makers to stop...

ADHD Foundation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity is the national ADHD charity for the UK, and the largest user-led ADHD charity in Europe. The Foundation promotes a neurodiverse paradigm in health, education and employment. Working in partnership with individuals, families, doctors, teachers,...

Afasic - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Afasic is the only charity representing children and young people who have difficulties talking and or understanding their home language; we offer support information and advice to their parents and carers and run monthly parent support groups. We have dedicated Family Support Workers supporting ...

Al-Anon Family Groups - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Al-Anon is a worldwide resource for families and friends of problem drinkers. There are over 800 Al-Anon and Al-Ateen groups in the UK where those who are or have been affected by someone else's drinking meet together to gain understanding and support in order to solve their common problems. We...

Alateen - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Alateen is for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics. Alateen is part of Al-Anon. Alateen is confidential and anonymous. Members share ideas and experience in order to gain a better understanding of alcoholism. Please ring for further information, or to be put in contact with nearest group.

Anaphylaxis Uk Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Anaphylaxis UK is the only UK-wide charity operating solely for the growing numbers of people at risk of serious allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. While there’s no treatment or cure for anaphylaxis, we believe that by providing information, training and support, there is a brighter future for...

Ar Trac - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The project brings together a range of interventions, co-produced by local agencies with children and young people. Ar Trac’s suite of age-appropriate services can be tailored based on the individual needs and strengths of the child and their family. As such, the project and what it offers will...

B.I.R.D Brain Injury Rehabilitation & Development Charity - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

At BIRD, we offer genuine hope for improvement when all hope seems lost. At BIRD we support children with communication, learning, social and emotional and/or physical difficulties. The people we treat may be affected by: Dyslexia/dyspraxia Stroke Autism ADHD / ADD Cerebral palsy Congenital...

Barnardo's – Child sexual exploitation service (CSE) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Barnardo’s is the largest provider of child sexual exploitation (CSE) support in the UK. We have worked with sexually exploited children and young people for more than 20 years, and have specialist services in over 40 locations. Our vision is that no child should be affected by sexual...

Barnardo's Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Barnardo’s Cymru has been working in Wales for over a century. Our aim is to reach out to the most disadvantaged children, young people, families and communities in Wales to help ensure that every child has the best possible start in life. We try to ensure that every young person can realise...

BASIS - Baby Sleep Information Source - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The aim of Basis is to provide online access to up-to-date research-based evidence about normal infant sleep and infant sleep safety, in forms that are accessible to parents and health practitioners, supported by references to research relevant to families in the UK.

Behavioural Therapy Clinic - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We provide bespoke behaviour analytical services to help individuals, families, residential services, charities and businesses manage or change behaviours, thoughts and emotions that impact upon their quality of life and well-being. ADVICE - Our analytical services help our clients to correctly ...

bibic - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Bibic is a national charity and exists to maximize the potential of children and young people with conditions affecting their social, communication, sensory, motor and learning abilities. To give children the opportunity to develop to their full potential and support their families through an...

Birth Trauma Association - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Birth Trauma Association (BTA) was established in 2004 to support women suffering from Post Natal Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or birth trauma.

Bliss - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Bliss offers a wide range of free services to help and support the parents and wider families with premature or sick babies. Information We provide information about caring for premature and full-term sick babies at every stage of their hospital journey, and after they have gone home. Our...

Boloh - The Black and Asian family Covid-19 Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Barnardo's have also launched the first UK-wide helpline and live webchat facility for Black, Asian and minority ethnic children, young people and their families aiming to provide advice, signposting and support from trained specialist advisors and therapists – all of whom are from a diverse set ...

Bookstart - Cwmafan Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Bookstart is a national programme that works through locally based Co-ordinators to give a free pack of books to babies with guidance materials for parents and carers. Song and Rhyme Times are held each week during term time.

Bookstart - Neath Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Bookstart is a national programme that works through locally based Co-ordinators to give a free pack of books to babies with guidance materials for parents and carers. Song and Rhyme Times are held each week during term time.

Bookstart - Pontardawe Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Bookstart is a national programme that works through locally based Co-ordinators to give a free pack of books to babies with guidance materials for parents and carers. Song and Rhyme Times are held each week during term time.

Bookstart - Port Talbot Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Bookstart is a national programme that works through locally based Co-ordinators to give a free pack of books to babies with guidance materials for parents and carers. Song and Rhyme Times are held each week during term time.

Bookstart - Sandfields Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Bookstart is a national programme that works through locally based Co-ordinators to give a free pack of books to babies with guidance materials for parents and carers. Song and Rhyme Times are held each week during term time.

Brain Tumour Support - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Brain Tumour Support is uniquely dedicated to providing support for anyone affected by any type of brain tumour, at any point from diagnosis and for as long as support is needed.​ We are here not just for the patients themselves, but also families, carers and loved ones who are dealing day to...

British Dyslexia Association - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our vision is of a dyslexia friendly society that will enable all dyslexic people to reach their potential. Helpline available.

Brittle Bone Society - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We offer help, advice and information to people affected by Osteogenesis Imperfecta. (Brittle Bones)

Building Blocks Food Bank - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are an independent food bank based in Resolven Building Blocks which provides nutritious food parcels to families who are at a disadvantage across Neath Port Talbot.

Cafcass Cymru - South West Wales - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith We provide expert child-focused advice and support, safeguard children and make sure their voices are heard in family courts across Wales so that decisions are made in their best interests. We may only become involved in a family law case when required by the court. We are not a legal service...

Calan DVS - Domestic Violence Service - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Are you safe? If you have been hurt by someone you love we can help. Calan Domestic Violence Services provides a range of specialists services to support individuals & families experiencing domestic abuse in Neath Port Talbot, Brecon, Radnor and Amman Valley.

Caring for someone with dementia - a guide for family and friends - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Carers Trust Wales have published Caring for someone with dementia: A guide for family and friends, a comprehensive resource that brings together the practical information and emotional guidance that carers need to support their own well-being.

CATCH Ystalyfera Foodbank - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Food Bank that is available to local community on Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30am - 2.30pm.

Cerebra - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Cerebra is a unique charity set up to help improve the lives of children with brain related conditions through research, education and directly supporting the children and carers. Living with neurological conditions can make life very hard, not just for the child, but for their family too. We...

Cerebral Palsy Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Cerebral Palsy Cymru is a specialist therapy centre and registered charity. We provide individually tailored therapy for children who have cerebral palsy and other allied neurological conditions. Our aim is to improve the quality of life for children so that they can participate in everyday life ...

Child Bereavement UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Child Bereavement UK helps children, parents and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. We support children and young people up to the age of 25 who are facing bereavement, and anyone affected by the death of a child of any age. We provide training to...

Child Bereavement UK Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Child Bereavement UK helps children and young people (up to age 25), parents, and families, to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. We also provide training to professionals, equipping them to provide the best possible care to bereaved families. For more information or...

Child Brain Injury Trust - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Every 30 minutes, a child or young person will acquire a brain injury. This could be the result of an accident, an illness such as meningitis or encephalitis, a poisoning, a stroke or a brain tumour. A brain injury has a devastating and life-long impact on the child and their whole family. Bones ...

Children with Cancer UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our vision is a world where every child survives cancer. Our mission is to improve survival rates across all types of childhood cancer and support children and their families to live better with and after treatment. We currently fund more than 60 research projects at centres of excellence around ...

Children's Legal Centre - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Free legal advice on English law and policy affecting children and families. Children's Legal Centre provides free legal information, advice and representation to children, their families and carers, as well as international consultancy on child law and children's rights.

Choose2Change - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Choose2Change is a service to increase the safety of victims of domestic abuse through working with the perpetrator. The service can work with perpetrators in both one-to-one setting and a group setting depending on the individuals and their location. It is an intervention that includes...

CJD Support Network - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

CJD Support Network offers practical and emotional nationwide support for patients, families and professionals, affected by all strains of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD). The CJD Support Network offers: - practical and emotional support to individuals and families concerned with all forms of...

Community Hygiene Concern CIO - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

CHC (nits.net) helps families and schools to cope with head lice by successfully wet combing the Bug Busting way. Our current work centres on development of the Bug Busting solution to head lice and nits. Head lice produce symptoms of minor medical consequence, but cause enormous distress....

Connect Resolve - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Working with families to strengthen or reconnect relationships. Improving communication and helping parents to understand their child's behaviour. Enabling parents to co-ordinate their parenting styles. Working with just parents or the whole family. Also offers parent/child mediation.

Contact Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Charity for families with disabled children. Supporting families, bring families together and help families take action for others. Information, advice and support Our website has advice and information about concerns a family might have about raising a child with additional needs. We run a...

Contact for families and disabled children - Hemiplegia - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Hemiplegia services are provided by Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. On the website you'll find advice and support for families with children with hemiplegia, continuing the work of the UK charity HemiHelp. Hemiplegia (sometimes called hemiparesis) is a condition, caused ...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) coronavirus explained for children - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Resilience Project as part of the The Mental Health Foundation providing have created a short and simple easy to understand video animation aimed at children explaining why children should stay at home during these weeks of the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) explained aimed at young people - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Resilience Project as part of the The Mental Health Foundation providing have created a short and simple easy to understand video animation aimed at young people explaining why they should stay at home during these weeks of the coronavirus outbreak.

Cri Du Chat Syndrome Support Group - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Provides nationwide support and friendship to families and carers and raise awareness of Cri Du Chat syndrome amongst the medical profession, parents, carers and the general public. Cri du Chat Syndrome is caused by a bit missing from one of your child’s chromosomes, and it’s pretty rare, around ...

Crisis Intelligent - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Are you a parent/Caregiver struggling with your child's behaviour and struggling to understand why the behaviours are present? Do you find yourself asking: Why? Are they trying to wind me up? They know what buttons to press. Their manipulative, spoilt, controlling! Welcome to being a parent, its ...

Cry-sis Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Cry-sis runs a telephone helpline that offers advice and support to families of sleepless, excessively crying and unsettled babies. Callers are referred to a trained volunteer who has had personal experience of crying or sleep problems within their own family.

CURB (Children Under Risk from Bullying) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

CURB provides families and parents of children who are victims of bullying with support – letter writing, Authorities Procedures (including Special Educational needs), legal support and 24 hour helpline plus answering services. (3 main areas: young people, post 16 education and special needs)

Cymryd Rhan - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Cymryd Rhan is a charity formed in 1986 to promote and assist people in Wales who are vulnerable and disadvantaged by reason of their learning and/or physical disability, mental health or age. We support people to live their life in their way. We take a transparent and inclusive approach towards ...

Dear Albert Drug and Alcohol Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Dear Albert is a peer-led, Recovery focused social enterprise specialising in helping people resolve substance use issues. We have links with peer support fellowships such as Smart Recovery, ACT PR and 12 Steps. We work in close collaboration with statutory funded drug and alcohol agencies,...

Direct Mediation Services - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We provide both private and Legal Aid funded family mediation in relation to both child arrangement and financial and property issues. For further information, please get in touch via 0113 468 9593 or at info@directmediationservices.co.uk

Down's Heart Group - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Provides parent friendly support and information relating to heart problems associated with Down's Syndrome. The Group aims to provide unbiased, up to date facts, thus enabling individuals to make informed choices.

Dyspraxia Foundation Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Dyspraxia Foundation is a country wide charity, founded in 1987 as the Dyspraxia Trust by two mothers who met at Great Ormond Street Hospital Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination in children...

Engage to Change - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Engage to Change project has worked across Wales to support young people aged 16-25 who have a learning difficulty, learning disability and/or autism to achieve their full potential. Using a person-centred approach, Engage to Change has worked closely with young people, their parents/carers...

ERIC - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Children's Bowel and Bladder Charity. ERIC is the only charity dedicated to the bowel and bladder health of all children and teenagers in the UK. Our vision is that every child and teenager with a bowel or bladder condition can access support and live free from embarrassment, shame, isolation...

F.A.N Community Alliance - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Provide food on a pay what you can scheme. Open to all.

Families Anonymous - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Families Anonymous is a world-wide fellowship of family members and friends affected by another's abuse of mind-altering substances, or related behavioural problems. Families Anonymous has groups, spread throughout the country, which meet regularly. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend...

Families First - Forward Steps - Resolven Building Blocks - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

This service provides a wide range of support to help strengthen families affected by disability and will be available to families where a child has a disability or is on a pathway for assessment of diagnosis. The service will also provide parenting support specifically for parents who have a...

Families First - Team Around the Family (TAF) - Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Children, young people and their families sometimes need a little extra support for them to have happy and healthy lives. Team Around the Family (TAF) is an early intervention and prevention service that aims to work with families to help them identify their strengths and needs. TAF will then...

Families First - Thrive Women's Aid - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The Domestic Abuse service will offer a suite of specialist interventions and programmes that are family focused and offer choice for families who have either left the perpetrator or who wish to stay together. This includes targeted and age appropriate interventions for children and young people ...

Families First - Wellbeing4Me - Resolven Building Blocks - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Wellbeing4Me is a term time service in Resolven and Port Talbot for children and young people aged 0-25 with a disability, offering sessions to encourage and support development. The service is open to children with and without a diagnosis, enabling children pre-diagnosis and on the diagnostic...

Families First Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Families First is a programme funded by Welsh Government that support families with children and young people aged 0-25 years. In Neath Port Talbot, the services are split over three main themes: Support for parents Support for young people Support for families with a disability The types of ...

Family Flow Yoga - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Empowering women from pregnancy to motherhood - in person classes and free virtual meet ups. Pregnancy yoga & preparation for birth Postnatal Mum & Baby Yoga Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Education Classes Birth Workshops Birth Trauma Release Toddler & Grown Up Yoga Childrens Yoga Yoga for schools & ...

Family Lives - Bullying UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Family Lives is a charity with over three decades of experience helping parents to deal with the changes that are a constant part of family life. Bullying UK is part of Family Lives. If you need advice or support regarding bullying including cyber bullying, workplace bullying etc then please...

Family Lives - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Family Lives is a charity that supports any family member with all aspects of family life including parenting. They can offer advice for mental health, self harm and a range of other issues which impact young people such as depression, body image and peer pressure. They can be contacted via the...

Family Reunion Travel Assistance (FRTA)- South West Wales - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Family Reunion Travel Assistance scheme pays for and arranges travel to reunite refugee families. The scheme organises and pays for family members’ travel to the UK only. Please note: The scheme cannot refund tickets that you buy privately and cannot give you cash to buy tickets. The...

Family Separation Hub - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

A brand new resource providing information and support around all aspects of divorce and family separation. Also see this useful website for making arrangements post separation. http://www.separateddadsguide.org.uk/

Forget-me-not Chorus Online Session - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our community: Supporting everyone living with dementia Are you looking for a group to support you as you face the challenges of dementia? Join us and hundreds of other people who understand. Membership is free, and no referral is needed. Our meetings take place every week, and are a relaxed,...

Forward Steps - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Support for parents/carers who have a child with a disability. The Forward Steps service provides a wide range of support to help strengthen families affected by disability, and helps improve the wellbeing of parents and families by offering a tailored family support plan. The service is...

Free Family Law Advice Across Wales - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We offer free no-obligation 30 minute consultations on Family Law matters, which include a Legal Aid Assessment. We can help with anything involving Social Services, Contact, Divorce, Change of Name deeds, Care Proceedings/PLO meetings, and Non-Molestation Orders/Occupation Orders.

Free School Meals - Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Free School Meals is a benefit awarded in respect of statutory school age children in full time education where the parent or guardian is in receipt of one of the benefits shown below: - Income Support; - Income Based Jobseekers Allowance (IB JSA); - Support under part VI of the Immigration and ...

Hands up for Down's - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The founders of our group are all parents of a child born with Down's Syndrome during the years 2011/2012. We all met at the Action For Children Centre in Killay, Swansea and soon became good friends. As there wasn't a group for children with Down's Syndrome in the Swansea Bay area we decided we ...

Healthy Start Vouchers - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Pregnant or have a child under the age of 4? Then you may be eligible for Healthy Start Vouchers. Healthy Start is a means tested scheme which provides weekly vouchers that can be spent on fruit and vegetables at your local food co-op. A fruit and veg bag is a great way to make weaning foods.

HeartLine Families - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Heartline Families is a place for families of children with heart defects, whether congenital or acquired, to come to for support, information and understanding. We provide an online Facebook group for parents to discuss issues. The group is private and by invitation only (you will receive an...

Home-Start Rainbow Project - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Are you a family, with at least one child under the age of 11 and are struggling with Mental Health, isolation or implementing boundaries and routines for your children? Then you could be eligible for some free remote support from one of our trained Rainbow volunteers. Our volunteers provide...

Hope Support Services - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Hope supports young people aged 5-25 when a loved one has a serious illness such as cancer, Motor Neuron Disease, organ failure etc. We're available from the moment of diagnosis for however long we're needed, whatever the outcome for the patient. Our online support service is available across...

Huntington's Disease Support Group - South Wales - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are a volunteer run support group for people connected to Huntington's Disease to gather together, share information and knowledge and support each other. Often people involved with HD can feel very isolated and that other people don't really understand what it means to have the disease, be...

Inclusive Aqua Splash – Aberavon - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Inclusive Session is primarily for children with additional needs. Brothers and sisters of the child with additional needs will be able to access the Inclusive Session with their sibling. (Sessions are seasonal)

Jacob Abraham Foundation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith We aim to help prevent suicide through direct intervention with vulnerable people, raise awareness on mental health/suicide issues, promote positive mental health and support people suffering with bereavement through suicide in South Wales. Our foundation seeks to protect vulnerable people and...

KeyCreate CIC - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Have fun with creativity! KeyCreate run completely accessible and enjoyable Creative Workshops for people of all ages with any disability in South Wales. They are well qualified and experienced in providing creative play through use of storytelling, music, drama, dance, movement and sensory...

Kids Cancer Charity - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Kids Cancer Charity is a national charity that supports children with cancer and their families. When you have a child who has cancer, you can feel so many different emotions - shock, fear, anger, hurt, helplessness, confusion and even betrayal. It may feel as though nothing makes sense...

Kolourful Unique - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith ‘Kolourful Unique’ provides a safe and creative learning environment for children and students with additional learning needs who either attend school on a part-time basis or are unable to attend school at all, between the ages of 0-16 years.

La Leche League Breastfeeding - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We provide parent to parent support for all breastfeeding parents at every stage of their breastfeeding journey, via our helpline, through social media, online help forms and face to face local meetings. We believe that mothering through breastfeeding is the most natural and effective way of...

LATCH - Welsh Children's Cancer Charity - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Having a child diagnosed with cancer or leukemia comes as a devastating blow. When a child has been diagnosed with cancer or leukemia, the chemotherapy treatment can last from six months to three years, with follow-up treatment and check-ups meaning a child could be under medical supervision for ...

Life - Pregnancy Matters Life Matters - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

LIFE supports anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy, pregnancy loss or after abortion. We also strive to inspire and inform the next generation to value all human life from beginning to end. LIFE has a national pregnancy helpline and a text-to-talk service, offering non-directive counselling and ...

Little Blossoms Play and Stay sessions - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

(Booking needed via asdadvisoryteam@npt.gov.uk) A play and stay session for parents of pre-school/nursery children who have been accepted onto the Early Years Neuro Developmental (EYND) Pathway or with an ASD diagnosis. Held at the ALN room at Vernon Place Hub. Sessions will be 45 minutes...

Llamau Family Mediation - Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Providing family mediation between young people aged 14+ and their families. The service aims to improve family relationships and help out with any tension that may be happening at home by being both the voice of the young person and the guardian. The goal of the service is ultimately to prevent ...

Lucy FaithfulI Foundation Wales - Individual early intervention for vulnerable or at risk families - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

This programme provides educational intervention for a family identified by statutory or voluntary services as at risk, or as needing early intervention, with regard to child sexual abuse or exploitation (CSAE) but have not met the threshold for formal intervention or would benefit from...

Lucy Faithfull Foundation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Lucy Faithfull Foundation is the only UK-wide child protection charity dedicated solely to preventing child sexual abuse. We work closely with frontline workers and professionals such as police officers, social workers and education staff to ensure children are as safe as they can be. We...

Lucy Faithfull Foundation UK - Shore website - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Lucy Faithfull Foundation UK brings the Shore website to you, which aims to provide a safe space online for teenagers who are worried about sexual behaviour. Worried about sexual thoughts or behaviour? Are you worried about your own or someone else’s sexual thoughts, feelings or actions? We can ...

Lucy Faithfull Foundation UK and Ireland resources/website - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We work across Wales to ensure that parents, carers and professionals are as best placed as they can be to protect children from sexual abuse. Prevention is at the heart of our work. We work closely with local authorities, LSCBs, police, the government, the voluntary sector, families and...

Lucy Faithfull Foundation Wales - Public education sessions - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Our public sessions include: Parents Protect - A session for parents/carers on the facts around child sexual abuse and our responsibility to prevent it. The session can be tailored with information to support families of children with additional needs. Professionals Protect - A session for...

ManKind Initiative - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The ManKind Initiative is a national charity (registered in 2001) providing an information and signposting service to male victims of domestic abuse and their families. The helpline is manned by trained people who give information and support on all aspects of domestic abuse. They signpost...

Margam Inclusion Stags Football Team - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

A fun environment for boys and girls with disabilities and their siblings to receive football coaching as well as other activities. Saturday mornings 9.30am - 10.30am & 10.45am - 11.45am

Max Appeal - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our mission is to try to ensure that every person with 22q11.2 deletion lives an independent and prosperous a life as possible. That's not mission impossible! - We run events for people of all ages to share experiences, develop and learn. - We provide information and resources. - We provide...

McKenzie Friend Court Help - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Impartial legal advice on Family Law including mediation advice. Please see the website for what we can offer. Only the initial advice is free.

Mudiad Meithrin - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Mudiad Meithrin is a voluntary organisation and is the main provider of Welsh-medium early years care and education in the voluntary sector. Our aim is to give every young child in Wales the opportunity to benefit from early years care and education experiences through the medium of Welsh. We...

National Adoption Service - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith National Adoption Service for Wales is an innovative collaborative for provision of adoption services. It brought together Welsh local authority adoption services into a 3 tier structure which includes partnerships with Voluntary Adoption Agencies based in Wales, Health and Education Services. ...

National Association For Child Support Action (NACSA) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Child Maintenance law is complex, and solicitors are hard to find and expensive to hire. NACSA have been dealing with child maintenance law for over 20 years, and have the expertise to offer sound advice when things go wrong. We help parents who have been assessed incorrectly, who may be paying...

National Childbirth Trust (NCT) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are the UK’s leading charity for parents, for your First 1,000 Days - right through your pregnancy, birth and beyond. From preparing for pregnancy to giving birth and the early years that follow, you can browse hundreds of free, evidence-based articles in our information centre. Antenatal and ...

National Information Centre on Children of Offenders (formerly i-HOP) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The National Information Centre on Children of Offenders, formerly i-HOP, has been established to provide an information service for all professionals who come into contact with the children and families of offenders, as well as academics and those responsible for strategic development and...

Naval Families Federation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We value family members, whatever their link to the Naval Service, and recognise the important contribution they make by supporting their serving person. We are approachable, inclusive, non-judgmental, and ready to listen. We work constructively with everyone, recognising the importance of...

Neath Port Talbot Child Contact Centre - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

When a relationship breaks down most families come to their own arrangements for children to see their other parent. But for an increasing number agreement cant be reached & thousands of children each year lose contact with loved ones. We provide a safe, friendly child centred environment where...

Neath Port Talbot Children’s Rights Unit (CRU) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Neath Port Talbot Children’s Rights Unit (CRU) is a project which aims to make the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) a reality for children, young people and their families living in Neath Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot Early Years and Childcare Unit - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The Early Years and Childcare Unit are able to offer a variety of grants for childcare settings and childminders. They also offer support to all childcare providers on many aspects of running a childcare provision, such as post CIW inspection support, planning and up to date information. For...

Neath Port Talbot Family Information Service (FIS) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Neath Port Talbot Family Information Service (FIS) provides free impartial, information and guidance for all families, young people and professionals on: • Childcare • Support Services for families and young people • Activities (holiday clubs, leisure activities and parent and toddler groups)

Neath Port Talbot Flying Start - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Flying Start is the Welsh Government targeted Early Years programme for families with children under 4 years of age in some of the most deprived areas of Wales. It is one of the Welsh Government’s top priorities over the next 3 years. The core of the programme is drawn from a range of options...

Neath Port Talbot Parent Café - parent drop in session - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Parent Café is an exciting initiative and resource for parents in West Glamorgan. Groups are hosted by parents in the community who are trained and accredited with support from a professional. The launch provides an in-person opportunity to experience the benefits for this way of working where...

Neath YMCA Baby Bank - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

YMCA Neath’s Baby Bank exists to ensure babies and young children in Neath Port Talbot are happy, healthy and safe.

Newlife the charity for disabled children - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Every day, Newlife is changing the lives of disabled and terminally ill children across the UK. We provide thousands of items of equipment every year. Fast-tracking delivery, to prevent suffering and when time is very precious. Childhood cancers, birth defects, accidents, diseases and infections ...

No Limits Disability – Neath Afan Gymnastics - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Provide extra support for children of all abilities to enjoy gymnastics and trampolining. Developing confidence and independence.

NPT Physical Activity and Sport Service - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Find information about projects we have available in Neath Port Talbot to encourage the population to become more physically active. The Physical Activity and Sport Service has a vision of promoting a better life through active living. Our excellent team of staff are on hand to help ensure our...

NPT Youth Service - Young Carers Awareness Raising - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith We are available all across NPT to provide awareness sessions to Schools, youth groups and organisations and help them gain access or have knowledge of any support available.

NSPCC - PANTS the underwear rule - Let's Talk Pants - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We're the leading children's charity fighting to end child abuse. We help children who have been abused to rebuild their lives, protect those at risk, and find the best ways of preventing abuse from ever happening. Talking PANTS is a simple way that parents can help keep children safe from...

NSPCC InCtrl - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

InCtrl is a service that is designed to help keep children aged 9- to 13-years-old safe online to prevent technology-assisted child sexual abuse (TA-CSA). We support children and young people to build digital resilience by helping them recognise the risks they encounter online, promoting their...

PAC - UK (formerly Post-Adoption Centre) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Advice, support and information for anyone affected by adoption, including adoptive parents and other permanent carers, birth relatives and adopted adults.

PAN (Parent Advocacy Network) West Glamorgan - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

PAN is a parent & professional group that aims to promote the voice of parents involved with social services and child protection. We wish to develop advocacy and support services for parents, delivered by parents with lived experience. We will host parent-led Parent Cafés, where parents can...

PAN Voice Workshops Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Come along and attend our PAN Voice Workshops. Let's raise our voices, and make some noise! Improve health. Increase happiness. We will be amazed and delighted by the sounds we can produce when we are all together.

Pantry Food Bank Pontardawe - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are an independent emergency food bank to help the community of Pontardawe and local area.

Parent Employment Advisor - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

I can provide help and support to parents living within SA13 3 Postcode (Upper Afan Valley). I can provided 121 advice on training, travel, benefits, better off calculations, Creating CV's,completing application forms and much more. I am based in Croeserw Community Enterprise Centre. For more...

Parenting. Give it time - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith This website has been developed by the Welsh Government with the help of a range of organisations and professionals including psychologists, health visitors, academics and parenting experts. It is not intended to tell parents what to do, but to offer practical parenting information, tips and...

Play and Leisure Opportunity Library - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The first play and leisure library for children and adults with a disability. Also running therapeutic sessions for people aged 16 or older who have a disability.

Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Family Support Group - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Family Support Group was formed in 1991. Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) is an inherited, relatively rare condition associated with the abnormality of cilia (microscopic hairs that beat in the airways, sweeping secretions out of the respiratory tract). PCD...

Prison Advice and Care Trust Family Support Service - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Coping with a loved one's sentence can be a daily struggle and having someone who can provide a listening ear can be a huge help. The family support service at Swansea provides advice, support and help to families with a loved one in Swansea Prison.

Prisoner's Abroad - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Prisoners Abroad is the only charity supporting British citizens detained overseas and their families. Having a relative in prison overseas can often feel like you’re serving a sentence yourself. It can be a difficult subject to discuss with friends and family and can put a strain on the...

Prisoners' Families Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The National Offenders' Families Helpline website has information for families on all aspects of the criminal justice system in England and Wales from arrest through to release.

RAF Families Federation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The RAF Families Federation provides all RAF personnel and their families – Regular and Reserve, single or married – with timely and professional support, assistance and an independent voice regarding issues or concerns that they may have. We capture evidence on specific issues through our...

React Charity - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

React is a dynamic charity working to improve the quality of life for children with life-shortening illnesses living in financially disadvantaged households throughout the UK.

Real Baby Milk - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Real Baby Milk aims to socially market breastfeeding to all parents in an inclusive, non-judgmental way. They aim to inform and provide women and their families with easy access to breastfeeding support and enable them to have the best opportunity to succeed at breastfeeding for as long as she...

Restricted Growth Association (RGA) UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Restricted Growth Association (RGA) is a registered charity (No 261647) that provides information and support to people of restricted growth and their families. The RGA provides support to those experiencing the social and medical consequences of restricted growth (dwarfism). Our goal is to ...

Retina UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Retina UK is the national charity for families living with inherited retinal dystrophies. We fund research and provide information and support to those affected by inherited sight loss and the professionals who support them. Helpline: 0300 111 4000 – Our helpline is operated by volunteers all...

RNIB Children and Family Services - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith RNIB Cymru is Wales’ largest sight loss organisation. RNIB work with visually impaired children and young people, their families and the professionals who support them to promote good quality education and social experiences. Direct support services include: Family Support; Early Years;...

Round Table Children's Wish - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Round Table Children’s Wish is a registered charity dedicated to granting handcrafted wishes for children and young people with life threatening illnesses. We pride ourselves on our supportive and caring approach in every aspect of our work, but most importantly in the granting of wishes. We do...

Royal Society for Blind Children - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

For over 150 years The Royal Society for Blind Children (formerly known as The Royal Blind Society) has been helping blind children and young people (age 0 – 25) live a life without limits. Our qualified and experienced Family Practitioners provide support to children, young people, and families ...

S.A.N Support Additional Needs - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

S.A.N is a community group which supports parents and carers whose loved ones have additional needs. We provide peer support,signposting as well as coffee mornings during term times and a range of speakers to families living in Neath and District and the wider areas to help empower them. We also ...

Same but Different: Cost of Living Support - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We know that there are many families affected by rare diseases and disabilities who are struggling with the cost of living crisis… and we want to help you. That’s why, working alongside our partners, we’ve created a list of resources to help you at this challenging time. We have also...

SANDS Stillbirth and neonatal death charity helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Sands is the stillbirth and neonatal death charity. Founded in 1978, Sands exists to reduce the number of babies dying and to ensure that anyone affected by the death of a baby receives the best possible care and support for as long as they need it wherever they are in the UK. Sands provides...

School Uniform Grant - Neath Port Talbot - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Welsh Government has introduced a PDG Access Grant. The purpose of which is to provide grant assistance to families on low incomes for the purchase of: - School uniform including coats and shoes; - School sports kit including footwear; - Uniform for enrichment activities, including but not...

Ser Bach / Little Stars - Shine Cymru - Early Intervention Project - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Sêr Bach / Little Stars - Shine Cymru’s Early Intervention Project. This service focuses on providing support, information and advice on / to: • Benefits, finances and funding • parents-to-be who have received an ante-natal diagnosis of spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus • new parents, and...

Shine Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Shine Cymru provide specialist support, advice and information throughout the life of anyone living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional health and social care staff. Shine's Support and Development workers can be contacted to provide...

Shine Cymru - Western Bay - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Shine Cymru provide specialist support, advice and information throughout the life of anyone living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional health and social care staff. Shine's Support and Development workers can be contacted to provide...

Sibs - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Sibs is the only UK charity representing the needs of siblings of disabled people. Siblings have a lifelong need for information, they often experience social and emotional isolation, and have to cope with difficult situations. They also want to have positive relationships with their disabled...

SNAP Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith SNAP Cymru provides accurate information, independent advice and support for a range of educational issues including assessments, statements of special educational needs, bullying, school attendance, exclusion, health and social care provision and disability discrimination. We also provide...

SNAP Cymru (South West Wales and Mid Wales) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith SNAP Cymru provides information, advice and support for parents, children and young people who have, or may have, special educational needs or disabilities We provide the following impartial, confidential and free services: Helpline Advice and Support Specialist Casework Discrimination Advice...

Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The MPS Society is the only UK charity supporting individuals and families affected by MPS and related diseases. We offer an individual advocacy support service with skilled and experienced staff who can offer you a wide range of support depending on you or your family’s needs. The rarity of...

South Wales Myeloma Support Group - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

As a Myeloma Support Group we: ◾Have clear aims and objectives ◾Listen to each other and respond with sensitivity ◾Run the Group according to the members’ needs, in a transparent and accountable manner ◾Provide accurate, practical information, but do not give medical advice or make...

Speech & Language Therapy Services - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) are allied health professionals.They have been trained to assess, diagnose, treat and advise people who have difficulties with speech, language and communication difficulties, or with eating, drinking and swallowing disorders. Speech and Language Therapists...

Staying safe away from home – a guide for parents - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Getting the balance right between allowing children their independence and ensuring their safety when away from home can be difficult. A guide produced by the NSPCC provides advice and practical tips to parents on judging if a child is ready to be out on their own and how to prepare them for...

Stop It Now! Family and Friends Forum - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith We’ve spoken to hundreds of people who have been affected by someone close to them viewing sexual images of children online. Everyone is different but we know that many family members are deeply shocked and distressed by their family member’s behaviour, their lives maybe turned upside down, and...

Stop It Now! National Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Anyone with a concern about child sexual abuse and its prevention can anonymously call the Stop It Now! helpline. We encourage you to trust your gut and call, whatever your worry or level of concern. Our advisors can support anyone struggling with their own or a loved one’s sexual thoughts,...

Support After Murder and Manslaughter ( SAMM) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

SAMM is a national UK Charity (No 1000598) supporting families bereaved by Murder and Manslaughter. We also provide advice and training to many agencies on issues relevant to the traumatically bereaved. We believe that the support of others who share similar experiences is pivotal for the...

Supportline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

SupportLine offers confidential emotional support to children, young adults and adults by telephone, email and post. We work with callers to develop healthy, positive coping strategies, an inner feeling of strength and increased self esteem to encourage healing, recovery and moving forward with...

Talk It Through - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Mental health and wellbeing support for disabled children and young people aged 11-25 and their families who are living in Neath Port Talbot. We offer counselling sessions tailored specifically for children and young people with disabilities aged 11-25 years old. We also offer peer support group ...

Talk With Me - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith The Welsh Government have launched the ‘Talk with Me’ campaign page, it includes sections for parents and practitioners, with information and resources to help children with learning to talk. Resources will be updated and added as they are developed over the course of the campaign. Every child...

Talk2gether - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We offer a free service providing 2.5 hours of early intervention to help children develop. We have qualified staff who are trained to support children. The sessions are held twice a week over a 10 week period which will help your child develop their Language, Speech and Social skills. We are...

TGP Cymru - Refugee and Asylum Project (RAP) for children and young people - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

TGP Cymru’s Refugee and Asylum Programme (RAP) offers a holistic and rights-based approach to supporting and empowering young people. We Offer: Specialist independent professional advocacy Mentoring Group well-being / counselling Participation Belong youth group Peer mentoring scheme Advice &...

The Centre for Emotional Health (Family Links) - Parent Group Leader Training - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our 4-day Parent Group Leader training enables practitioners to deliver 10-week groups for parents that result in improvements in their children’s behaviour and family life, reduction in conduct problems and hyperactivity, improving mental health outcomes for both children and their parents, a...

The Challenging Behaviour Foundation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Information and guidance website on challenging behaviour and an introduction to challenging behaviour.

The Challenging Behaviour Foundation - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are the charity for people with severe learning disabilities, whose behaviour challenges. We’re making a difference to the lives of children and adults across the UK through: - providing information about challenging behaviour - peer support groups for family carers and professionals -...

The Down's Syndrome Association - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We are Wales-wide organisation providing information, advice and support on all aspects of living with Down's syndrome. We provide support from pre-birth throughout life and have a range of specialist advisors and resources to help anyone with an interest in Down's syndrome. We have a...

The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust believes that the deaths and trauma associated with ectopic pregnancy should be prevented or minimised and provides information and support to anyone going through this very difficult period of their lives. Ectopic pregnancy is a common, life threatening condition...

The Honeypot Children's Charity for Young Carers - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Honeypot Children’s Charity offers both respite breaks and outreach support to young carers and vulnerable children, many of whom would otherwise have nowhere to turn. We are proud to be the only charity in the UK offering consistent support throughout childhood; from the age of 5 until a...

The Lullaby Trust - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Lullaby Trust provides specialist support for bereaved families and anyone affected by a sudden infant death. Information regarding SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Bereavement helpline.

The Movement Centre - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Movement Centre works with children and their families from across the UK to provide a unique, evidence-based therapy called 'Targeted Training.' The children who visit The Movement Centre have cerebral palsy, global developmental delay (GDD), or other problems of movement control. A course...

The National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACOA) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Nacoa (The National Association for Children of Alcoholics) addresses the needs of children growing up in families where one or both parents suffer from alcoholism or a similar addictive problem. We provide a free, confidential helpline for children of alcoholics and others concerned about their ...

The Respite Association - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We fund suitably qualified carers to take over so that the usual carer can take a well earned break. Most of our grants are for a few hundred pounds but we are happy to share funding with other sources. Please note that we do not fund the carers break, or anything associated with it, just the...

Thrive Women's Aid - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith For almost 40 years, Thrive Women’s Aid has provided a haven for women, children and young people in Neath Port Talbot, helping them to rebuild their lives and regain their independence in safe communities. We provide emergency accommodation, community based services, access to support groups...

Tiny Tickers Think Heart - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Think Heart - Tiny tickers a better start for tiny hearts - Learn how to spot the signs of a heart defect in your new-born baby. We are a small national charity with a mission to improve the detection and care of babies with serious heart conditions, giving these babies a better start in life....

Tommy's - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Tommy's fund research into miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth, and provide pregnancy health information to parents. We believe it is unacceptable that one in four women lose a baby during pregnancy and birth. We want every parent to have the best possible pregnancy outcomes and to take...

Tree of Hope - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Tree of Hope is the crowdfunding charity that helps children and young people with a disability or illness by supporting their families to raise the money they need to pay for specialist care that is not freely available through the UK healthcare system. Tree of Hope supports families to...

Tros Gynnal Plant (TGP) - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith TGP Cymru is a leading independent Welsh children’s charity working with some of the most vulnerable and marginalised children, young people and families in Wales. They may be experiencing difficulties in accessing appropriate services in health, education or social care – these include children ...

Ty Hafan - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Ty Hafan provides specialist palliative care to life limited children and their families. We provide this care for children and young people up to the age of 18. Specialist palliative care may include end of life care, bereavement care, short break care, emotional support and outreach services....

Tŷ Hapus Counselling Service - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith At Tŷ Hapus our mission is to provide support for those with Dementia and their families. Tŷ Hapus free counselling offers you the chance to talk in a safe and confidential space whether it’s for support with life’s challenges or just someone to talk to.

Ty Seren - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Our family assessment centre, Ty Seren in Bridgend, provides residential parenting assessments of parent(s) and babies up to the age of 2. These are led by our social workers, but supported by a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) including our own health visitor and key workers.  We can support up to ...

Understanding your teenagers brain (for teenagers only) - FREE online course - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith Understanding your teenagers brain is a free online course for teenagers. - Have you noticed changes in your behaviour? - Do you sleep more than you used to? - Want to know more why teenagers are more open minded? Your brain is changing. Find out more.

Used Nappies - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

An auction service for parents to buy and sell used cloth nappies.

Vale of neath Baby Basics - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Baby Basics exists to provide essential equipment, clothing and toiletries free of charge to families who are unable to provide for themselves. Requests must come from a professional who works alongside the family e.g. Health Visitor.

Vale of Neath Food Bank - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We provide foodbank services to Neath and Dulais Valley communities.

Vasculitis UK - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Vasculitis UK aims to support those suffering from vasculitis diseases and their families by providing information and advice, and helping them to contact others with vasculitis. Do you already have vasculitis or are you suspected of having vasculitis? Does someone you know have vasculitis?...

Vesta - Specialist Family Support - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith SUPPORT OFFERED VIA PHONE AND INTERNET Vesta - Specialist Family Support CIC was formerly known as Polish Domestic Violence Helpline (PDVH). We offer specialist services for Polish families in Wales. Our support focuses on domestic abuse, parenting and mental health. We offer: - domestic abuse ...

Voices From Care Cymru - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

VOICES FROM CARE is an organisation for young people who are or have been looked after by local authorities in Wales. What makes us unique is the fact that the organisation is run by people who have experienced the care system themselves. VOICES FROM CARE aims to create opportunities for all...

We Stand - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

We Stand supports all non-abusing parents and carers whose children have been sexually abused. We provide a range of unique and specialist support services, offering practical and emotional support to non-abusing parents, carers and families. These include a UK wide helpline, talking therapy for ...

Wizz Kids - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Whizz-Kidz is the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users. Our vision is a society in which every young wheelchair user is mobile, enabled and included.

Wizzybug Loan Scheme - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

The Wizzybug Loan Scheme provides FREE fun, powered wheelchairs to disabled children aged 14 months - 5 years. It's run by the national charity Designability. Children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida and spinal muscular atrophy can learn vital movement skills, independence,...

Words For Life - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

This website Words for Life gives you an idea of what communication milestones your baby and child might reach as they grow. There are ideas for fun activities you can do together to help your children develop their skills. For Welsh language information go to the website of Mudiad Meithrin...

Working Families Helpline - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Working Families is the UK’s national charity for working parents and carers. Our mission is to remove the barriers that people with caring responsibilities face in the workplace. We help working parents and carers and their employers find a better balance between responsibilities at home and...

YMCA - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Iaith Gwaith YMCA is the oldest and largest youth charity in the world. In England and Wales, we intensively support 228,000 young people every year, ensuring each young person we meet has an opportunity to belong, contribute and thrive. Please see our website to find your nearest YMCA, offering...

YoungMinds - Family support services (Opens in a new window)

Young Minds is the UK’s leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people. We exist so that young people have the strongest possible voice in improving their mental health. We strive to make sure everything, from Government policy to practice in schools and services, is ...