(FAMILIES FIRST) - Barnardo's Family Support Services - Family support services


What we do

Family Support is part of the Families First/Flying Programme and aims to provide Flying Start eligible families to develop parent skills and the confidence to enable them to support the physical, emotional and educational development of their children so that the whole family can enjoy more positive and meaningful lives.
They can assist families to take up their benefits/entitlements, provide information and guidance to families to empower families to support themselves independently therefore improving their resilience and ability to cope.
They will provide parents/carers with an opportunity to have their voices heard.

Who do we support

Families with children aged 0-4 yrs residing in a Flying Start area

Is there a charge to use this service?

No

Can anyone use this service?

Referrals are accepted from external agencies as well as self-referrals. Agencies have access to our Referral Form and can make requests via telephone / email

Service details for this family support services

Language: English only

  • Can provide specialist support for families of children with disabilities / additional needs No Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further.
  • Relevant staff have a valid current DBS? Yes





 Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Accessible parking
  • Lift
  • Access by ramps/level access

 Opening times

Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm