Events and News
Do check this page on a regular basis as we will update it with our news, dates for your diary and photos from recent events.Volunteer Training Course
Wednesday 14 June, 2023
Home-Start Haringey, Hackney and Waltham Forest (HSHH and WF) supports families across the boroughs in their own homes. We are a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families with at least one school age child.Next Prep Course Training commences on Wednesday 14th June 2023 lasting 1 day a week, for 5 weeks in June and July 2023.
Download full details here.
Strengthening Families Strengthening Communities
Wednesday 07 June, 2023
Home-Start Haringey, Hackney and Waltham Forest (HSHH and WF) has secured funding from Henry Smith Charity to provide Strengthening Families Strengthening Communities (SFSC) Program to Haringey, Hackney and Waltham Forest families. This Program is administered in the UK by Race Equality Foundation (REF). The Program is proven to provide parents with new skills and strategies in parenting, discipline and promoting respect in self and the wider community.
SFSC supports parents in developing positive play and learning techniques. Through a process of applying Child Psychology in practical methods such as Role Modelling, Special Time, Solution Building and Praise.
The Program helps families by promoting physical, intellectual and social development of children aged 3-18 years. The overall aim is to break the cycle of disadvantage for families. It uses concepts such as ‘Enhancing Relationships and ‘Rites of Passage’ to support parents to create a flourishing home environment for their children. This is a uniquely culturally sensitive Program. It enables parents to recognise their individual strengths by focusing on existing skills and choosing those that worked well for them when they were children.
Download full details here.John Lewis & Waitrose announce campaign to raise £5m for struggling families
Thursday 05 November, 2020
fundraising.co.uk/2020/10/31/john-lewis-waitrose-announce-campaign-to-raise-5m-for-struggling-families/Give A Little Love 2020 | John Lewis & Waitrose
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and domestic abuse
Wednesday 01 April, 2020
www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-and-domestic-abuse/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-victims-of-domestic-abusePerinatal Team COVID-19 Resources
Tuesday 31 March, 2020
Download PDF document with useful evidence-based resourcesGovernment COVID-19
Monday 30 March, 2020
General Guidance
Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do
Find out about the government response to coronavirus (COVID-19) and what you need to do.
Full guidance on staying at home and away from others
The single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
Number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk in the UK
The latest number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk level in the UK.
Coronavirus bill: what it will do
Measures contained in the fast-tracked coronavirus legislation and why they are needed to effectively manage the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK.
Working with beneficiaries
COVID-19: guidance on social distancing and for vulnerable people
Guidance on social distancing for everyone in the UK, including children, and protecting older people and vulnerable people.
Get coronavirus support as an extremely vulnerable person
Register if you have a medical condition that makes you extremely vulnerable to coronavirus.
Guidance for Organisations
COVID-19: guidance for employees, employers and businesses
Guidance for employees, employers and businesses in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance
Find guidance about coronavirus (COVID-19) for health professionals and other organisations.
COVID-19: guidance for educational settings
Guidance for schools and other educational settings in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
COIVID-19 We will listen, it´s good to chat
Thursday 26 March, 2020
COVID-19 – We will Listen, it’s good to chat. HSHH and WF understands that these are unprecedented times. If you are social distancing, self-isolating or feeling alone, we want you to know that we are at the other end of the phone. While you are taking care of others, please do not forget to take care of yourself. Want to chat? Please call HSHH and WF between 9AM and 4PM on: 07851982454 or 07851980308 Be safeCOVID-19 London Borough of Waltham Forest Support Services
Thursday 26 March, 2020
COVID-19 We know this is a difficult time for everyone. There is support available across #WalthamForest for those who are experiencing financial hardship. You can find all the resources available for both residents and businesses at http://orlo.uk/lkfaH Sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date with the latest information on #COVID19 and about our services http://orlo.uk/onr9LOnline Book Streaming
Wednesday 25 March, 2020
Amazon today cancelled the subscription of books and audio stories for children and students of all ages. As long as schools are closed, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids. All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet using the following link stories.audible.com/start-listen.
Happy 25th Birthday National Lottery!
Tuesday 29 October, 2019
National Lottery
FAMILY PICNIC
Thursday 24 October, 2019
Home-Start invites you and your family. FREE TO ATTENDVenue: Play area at Kayani Ave
Date: 24th October 2019
Time: 10am - 3pm
Please download our leaflet for full details.
Kings College University Civic Leadership Launch
Thursday 26 September, 2019
Fatmata attending the Kings College University Civic Leadership Launch on 26th September with HSHH and WF Interns; Charlotte, Natan and Mimi.