‘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 two courses starting in September 2020! One course in South Manchester and one in North Manchester
SOUTH MANCHESTER: There will be a course starting in September, 9.30am-2.30pm. Dates and venue TBC!
NORTH MANCHESTER: There will be a course starting in September, 9.30am-2.30pm. Dates and venue TBC!
This course will be delivered virtually via Zoom and may include social distanced face to face sessions if appropriate.
To apply please email info@homestartmcr.org.uk or call 0161 721 4493
Please see below for session content.
| Session content | |
| Week 1 | – Welcome – Introduction to Home-Start – Meeting the Needs of families – The Home-Start Relationship |
| Week 2 | – Understanding the Needs of Families/1000 days – Getting started as a Volunteer – Support and Supervision – Commitment and Boundaries – Keeping Safe |
| Week 3 | – Values & attitudes – Confidentiality – Listening Skills |
| Week 4 | – Safeguarding |
| Week 5 | Domestic Abuse awareness Mental Health awareness |
| Week 6 | – Family life – ACES – Graduation |
