Visit from the Stork

Visit from the Stork Visit from the Stork supports families to have a better quality of life. Registered Charity No1205513

We support parents and families on their journey from pregnancy right through to school age. We have a range of family support services;
- Stork Support - delivering baby essentials to those in need, plus sign posting to relevant agencies for housing, debt, benefits and other family support information.
- B***S and B***S in Bury - Information, education and peer support for parents breastfeeding

and wishing to breastfeed.
- That Toy Thing - a toy hire service saving parents money on toys.
- Coming soon - The Stork Store - great deals on baby items and toys to raise money for our free services.

Since 2024, Stork Boost has supported 35 parents across Greater Manchester to move closer to their goals. 💚Whether that'...
10/06/2026

Since 2024, Stork Boost has supported 35 parents across Greater Manchester to move closer to their goals. 💚

Whether that's:
💼 Finding employment
📚 Starting further education or training
🤝 Volunteering in the community
🔍 Actively searching for work with confidence

We're proud of every achievement and every learner who has taken part.

📅 Our next Salford Stork Boost cohort starts Monday 15th June and we'd love to welcome you to explore your next opportunity.

Send us a DM to enroll or visit our website to find out more.
👉https://visitfromthestork.co.uk/stork-boost/

Our families enjoyed play with our new SEND toys, snacks and song time today, finishing our session with our parachute a...
10/06/2026

Our families enjoyed play with our new SEND toys, snacks and song time today, finishing our session with our parachute activity! ❤️💛💙💚

All are welcome so join us every Wednesday from 10:30am-11:45am at the Emmanuel Centre Langworthy for our weekly stay and play.☺️

Huge thank you to Salford Family Hubs for supporting theses sessions and making them Free for families to attend ❤️


SalfordFamilyHub

Have you ever lived or worked in Salford? We want to hear from you! 📣We’re inviting people to take part in a Trusted Voi...
06/06/2026

Have you ever lived or worked in Salford? We want to hear from you! 📣
We’re inviting people to take part in a Trusted Voices community research project exploring women’s health in Salford. ❤ The aim is to better understand people’s experiences of accessing Women’s Health services and identify opportunities to improve support across the city.

This research is focused on understanding access to and experiences of:
👩🏻‍⚕️ Menstrual health, Menopause support and Gynaecological care
🧠 Mental health and wellbeing
🤰 Fertility, pregnancy, and perinatal support

Whether your experiences have been positive, challenging, or somewhere in between; your voice matters. Your contribution will help inform more inclusive, accessible, and responsive services. 👏

If you’re eligible, you can take part by;
💛 Completing the survey via the link below
💛 Drop us a message to arrange a chat with our community researchers Claire or Kathryn

👉SURVEY LINK - https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=K73gKciOv0Cxh9R0ahkhpSeWwIN0ZwFLuKJYJcGMGuBUQ1gzWVAzMzIxTlc1MUQ0U0laMkFDM1lLRy4u&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwY2xjawSLzPNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeRF0Ds6U1gEsA2aJNzs8ZQaHfHxecWnqWkTGTlQ07SsxZ-KTndK6NjmyX5Ws_aem_NSRDcxBvkmh6Gpk57mcAeg
👉 Signposting Document -https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jnbg8uJ6f8Ag0m-md5l8THfjIjT4SRfI/edit

All data will be shared anonymously with our funders Salford CVS, 10GM, and NHS Greater Manchester.

We’re continuing our volunteers week celebrations with a huge thank you to our amazing VFTS volunteers! Whose kindness a...
05/06/2026

We’re continuing our volunteers week celebrations with a huge thank you to our amazing VFTS volunteers! Whose kindness and dedication make such a difference to families in our community. ❤️🫂

When asked what they find most rewarding, they shared:

💬 "Every single family have delivered to has been so happy - its like delivering a tiny bit of hope in a bag for life!"

💬 “Seeing how grateful delivery recipients are."

💬 "Seeing children having fun in a safe environment."

One volunteer summed up what makes VFTS so special:

💬 "We help everyone we can with no judgment, no means testing, no prejudice. It's just plain and simple solidarity."

Thank you for helping us bring support and joy to those who need it most. 💙

Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse that can make someone feel trapped, isolated and afraid. 💔Warning signs may...
05/06/2026

Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse that can make someone feel trapped, isolated and afraid. 💔

Warning signs may include:
▪ Being cut off from friends and family
▪ Having your movements or online activity monitored
▪ Being constantly criticised or belittled
▪ Being threatened or intimidated
▪ Having everyday choices controlled
▪ Being denied access to support

Recognising the signs could help save a life❗️

📲 National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247
🚨 If you're in immediate danger, call 999.

At Visit from the Stork, we believe every family deserves safety, support and hope for a brighter tomorrow. 🧡 Together, we can raise awareness, support survivors and families affected by domestic abuse.

Learn more & support the campaign 👇
https://visitfromthestork.co.uk/brighter-tomorrow-donate/

Did you know ? You can raise free donations for Visit From The Stork when shopping online with easyfundraising. It won’t...
04/06/2026

Did you know ? You can raise free donations for Visit From The Stork when shopping online with easyfundraising. It won’t cost you a penny extra. 😍

All you need to do is:
1. Go to https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/.../visit-from-the-stork/ and join for free.
2. Install the app and Donation Reminder extension on your phone and your browser.
3. Activate your donation before shopping online and the retailer will automatically donate to us for free!

Thank you for your support ❤👏

This Volunteers’ Week, we're celebrating the incredible people who give their time to VFTS to support families in our co...
03/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we're celebrating the incredible people who give their time to VFTS to support families in our community. 💙

When asked why they chose to volunteer with VFTS, our volunteers shared:

🗨 "It was a way to help people during the pandemic, and I just carried on since."

🗨 "Because I was so grateful for the support I received during my early PP period and wanted to help them, help other mothers."

And what do they enjoy about volunteering with their chosen project?

🗨 "The flexibility and the difference the service makes."

🗨 "Helping each other out is what community is all about"

We couldn't do what we do without our volunteers, they are the heart of what we do.🥰👏

Imagine fleeing domestic abuse with three children, unable to work due to a mobility disability, while waiting for vital...
03/06/2026

Imagine fleeing domestic abuse with three children, unable to work due to a mobility disability, while waiting for vital benefits to be processed. 😔

For many families, this isn't a hypothetical situation, it's their reality.

At Visit from the Stork, we help parents facing crisis by providing essential baby items and practical support when they need it most.

Will you help us give these families a Brighter Tomorrow?🧡

You can give as little as £5 – every donation, no matter the size, helps us support families through some of their toughest moments. 🫂

If you are able to please donate and help us reach our £10,000 campaign target and share our campaign. Thank you. 🧡👇

We had a brilliant morning playing with some of our new sensory equipment. Huge thank you to for investing in some new ...
03/06/2026

We had a brilliant morning playing with some of our new sensory equipment. Huge thank you to for investing in some new SEND equipment for our families to enjoy at stay & play. 🥰⭐️

All are welcome so join us every Wednesday from 10:30am-11:45am at the Emmanuel Centre Langworthy for our weekly stay and play.☺️

Huge thank you to Salford Family Hubs for supporting theses sessions and making them Free for families to attend ❤️


Salford parents 📣 Do you want to work but not sure where to start? 🤔If you're a parent receiving Universal Credit and wo...
02/06/2026

Salford parents 📣 Do you want to work but not sure where to start? 🤔

If you're a parent receiving Universal Credit and wondering how to take that next step towards work, Stork Boost is here to help.

Over 5 weeks, you'll build confidence, learn practical job-search and CV skills, understand childcare options and funding, and get personalised support to help you move forward. 💚

✅ Build your confidence in a friendly, supportive environment
✅ Understand how work affects your benefits
✅ Explore childcare options
✅ Create a CV and improve interview skills
✅ Meet other local parents

🗓 Cohort 1 starts on the 15th June, 10:30am - 1:30pm
📍Emmanuel Church, Salford

Spaces are limited – send us a DM to enroll or visit our website to find out more.
👉https://visitfromthestork.co.uk/stork-boost/

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174 Langworthy Road
Salford
M65PN

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