‘Support from Home Start is tremendous, they are always available for advice and support. The coordinators are very caring who treat all volunteers and families with a great deal of respect’ – Pat, Home-Start Volunteer
We have a course starting on the 21st of Feb!
To apply please email info@homestartmcr.org.uk or call 0161 721 4493
The course runs once a week for 6 weeks from 9.15am – 2.30pm Lunch is provided. Venue TBC
Please see below for dates and session content.
| Date | Session content |
| Week 1 21/02/19 | – Welcome – Introductions – Role of volunteer & becoming a volunteer |
| Week 2 28/02/19 | – How Home-Start helps families – Getting started as a volunteer -Listening skills |
| Week 3 07/03/19 | – Family life & Supporting families with disabilities – Parenting skills |
| Week 4 14/03/19 | – Domestic abuse awareness – Supporting parents with mental health issues |
| Week 5 21/03/19 | – Confidentiality – Values & attitudes – Commitment & boundaries |
| Week 6 28/03/19 | – Safeguarding – Contact sheets – Graduation |
