Family Support – now open

Let’s face it, parenting can be hard sometimes. We know that family wellbeing and support are important issues in our community. Maybe you’re a single parent; a new parent; a parent of multiple children; a migrant; or someone whose family are far away. Maybe you could use some help with the washing; the shopping; someone to hold the baby while you have lunch; or just to listen to you and put the kettle on.

The Community Networks/LINK Family Support Programme is a voluntary service offering free support to parents of pre-school age children in the Upper Clutha.

We have a group of friendly, caring volunteers who are ready and willing to offer their time and friendship to your family for a couple of hours a week. They’ll provide confidential and non-judgemental support, in your home at a time most convenient to you.

All of our volunteers have been reference-checked, police-vetted and have undergone a thorough induction process. They can help in many ways, from general conversation to day-to-day household tasks like vacuuming, hanging out the washing or accompanying you and the kids to appointments. They can’t offer help with errands or maintenance work, but they’ll be there for you and your family for as long as you need.

Signing up is easy and completely free – just get in touch and we’ll talk you through the rest. Email familysupport@communitynetworks.co.nz or call 03 443 7799 for more information.

Community Networks/LINK, your one-stop community support and connection centre.