Home-Start Horizons

Home-Start Horizons is a UK-based nonprofit charity organization dedicated to supporting young families in the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland. Its primary mission is to promote the welfare of families with young children by providing practical and emotional assistance to those facing challenges in parenting.

Overview

The charity recruits and trains volunteers, many of whom have parenting experience themselves, to offer informal, friendly, and confidential support to families on a one-to-one basis within their own homes. This approach allows Home-Start Horizons to build supportive relationships tailored to the individual needs of each family. In addition to home visits, the organization also offers support through family groups and virtual platforms.

Services

Home-Start Horizons specializes in helping families with children under five years old who may be struggling with issues such as domestic violence, relationship breakdown, multiple pregnancies, mental health problems, and social isolation. Volunteers provide emotional support and practical help to families, including play and learning activities that encourage school readiness and promote overall health and wellbeing among children.

Impact

A Social Return on Investment review conducted for Home-Start Horizons' services in Melton and Rutland found that every £1 invested generates £2.56 in social value. The review highlighted the organization's significant role in supporting mental health

[1] https://homestarthorizons.org.uk [2] https://homestarthorizons.org.uk/about-us/ [3] https://www.home-start.org.uk [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1108455&subid=0 [5] https://www.llrcommunityfoundation.org.uk/2893/