Family Group Support Volunteers

About The Role

FHANS is a partnership between Barnardos, Action for Children, Home-Start and Impact Arts. We support families across North Lanarkshire. We are a service that provides needs-based support, which can include emotional and practical support for the Whole Family with young people and children aged 5 + 

Do you enjoy supporting families with children and young people? 

By volunteering just a few hours each week, you can transform the lives of children, young people and their parents in your community! 

Group volunteers are a welcoming face for families with children attending groups, and they help to: 

• encourage parents, children and young people to get involved in activities such as arts & crafts, games, and outdoor fun play 

• encourage parents, carers and young people to build confidence and wellbeing 

• support after-school workshops, drop-ins and weekend activities based on communities’ needs 

We also provide fun indoor and outdoor activities for families over the school holidays, such as spring break, summer term, October week and Christmas. 

“FHANS has made an impact on my family's life in various ways. The support we got was amazing. I feel much more confident as a parent and a lot less anxious. I’m highly grateful for the support. It’s reassuring to know that there are a group of people who care about my family and I.” - Family 

Location

North Lanarkshire 

Next Steps 

For more information on volunteering, please email anna@homestartgnnl.org.uk