Home-Start York

Home-Start York At Home-Start York, we know that being a parent isn't always easy. Life can bring stress and challenges that get in the way of an enjoyable family time.

To help parents give their children the best start we offer a confidential family support service. We recruit volunteers from all communities and backgrounds in the city to visit families at home during a time in which the family is experiencing difficulties. They offer parents their time and support to help them grow in confidence and increase their ability to cope and build better lives for thei

r children and themselves. Our volunteers are all people who understand the demands of being a parent and bring care, kindness and understanding to their role. The Home-Start approach has a proven, lasting, positive impact on the development of children and the health and well-being of the family. If you would like support or would like to refer someone to Home-Start York, please get in touch.

This week is 💜 An important week to us at Home-Start York that aims to raise awareness of maternal mental health probl...
06/05/2026

This week is 💜 An important week to us at Home-Start York that aims to raise awareness of maternal mental health problems throughout pregnancy and beyond.

It’s brave to ask for help. It’s brave to accept help. It’s brave to open your door to a Home-Start volunteer. It’s brave to turn up to a peer support group. It’s brave to talk about how you honestly feel.

We’re here to help with non-judgmental support because

Visit our website to find out more about the support we can offer 💜

23/04/2026

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15/03/2026

Happy Mother's Day! Shout out to mums who are doing an amazing job (even when it doesn't feel like it!)

Tag a mum to let them know you're grateful for them 💜

Image description: Purple Mother's Day design reading "Happy Mother's Day", a crown, a greeting card labelled "Mum" with a heart, scattered heart confetti and Home-Start logo.

Celebrating international women’s day by sharing our volunteers story 🧡💜
08/03/2026

Celebrating international women’s day by sharing our volunteers story 🧡💜

Come and see Maria & Eleanor today at York Careers Fair, Hilton Hotel.
13/02/2026

Come and see Maria & Eleanor today at York Careers Fair, Hilton Hotel.

10/02/2026

We’re proud to welcome Home-Start York to The UK Careers Fair in York on 13th February 2026 at Hilton York.

This incredible charity supports families with pre-school children across York, offering services like perinatal care, school readiness support, and home visiting.

They're currently seeking volunteers and trustees who want to make a lasting impact in the local community. If you're passionate about early childhood development and community work, this is your chance to connect with them in person.

📅 13th February 2026
📍 Hilton York, York
🔗 www.ukcareersfair.com/events
🔗 www.ukcareersfair.com/exhibit-with-us

It's We wanted to thank our student volunteers for making a difference to families across York!We're always looking fo...
10/02/2026

It's We wanted to thank our student volunteers for making a difference to families across York!

We're always looking for volunteers and our next training course is coming up in March. If you're interested in volunteering, email [email protected] or call 07519 976946. University of York Students' Union - York SU University of York St-John

You can help Home-Start York WIN a £500 donation prize this month! Home-Start York will get a FREE entry each time a new...
29/01/2026

You can help Home-Start York WIN a £500 donation prize this month! Home-Start York will get a FREE entry each time a new supporter signs up before the 29th January! It only takes a moment and it's completely free, so please get involved if you haven't already - this would really boost our 2026 fundraising:

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Home-Start York Volunteers can make a huge difference to the lives of families in York! Interested in finding out more a...
28/01/2026

Home-Start York Volunteers can make a huge difference to the lives of families in York! Interested in finding out more about what they do and how you can get involved?
Get in touch on 07519 976946 or [email protected] to come along to our information session for new volunteers on 11th February at 11.30am
Look forward to meeting you!!!

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

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