A local not for profit charity committed to promoting the welfare of families with young children under five years requires more volunteers to meet demand for its services.
Home-Start Newcastle, a New Lambton based service that co-ordinates the recruitment, training and matching of volunteers with families has more young families requesting support than there are volunteers available.
“Home-Start volunteers are normally parents themselves. They offer their time freely to support families as they move towards increased confidence and independence” said Michelle McDonell CEO of Home-Start Australia Inc.
“Our volunteers offer a listening ear, friendship and practical help. This support can help greatly in the prevention of family crisis and breakdown.” she added.
“We are particularly hoping to get volunteers from the Newcastle and western Lake Macquarie areas.” Michelle said.
The next Home-Start Volunteer Preparation Course, which runs one day per week for six weeks, commences Tuesday 21 February.
For further information about the volunteer preparation course please contact Kat on 0456 625 807 or email programs@homestartaustralia.org
