Parenting advice services
Children, young people and family centres are a great place to start when looking for that initial support.
They can signpost you to services and support that may be suitable for your needs or advice you on how to access more intense support through the Early Help referral process. You can visit your nearest Children's Centre or telephone Advice Point on 0116 454 1004.
Useful resources
- NSPCC - Take 5
Follow the NSPCC's simple steps for positive parenting
Supportive organisations
- Contact a Family
Support, advice and information for parents with disabled children
helpline: 0808 808 3555
website: www.cafamily.org.uk - Family Lives
An organisation providing immediate help from volunteer parent support workers 24 hours a day, seven days a week
helpline: 0808 800 2222
website: www.familylives.org.uk - Family Rights Group
Support for parents and other family members whose children are involved with or need social care services.
helpline: 0808 801 0366
website: www.frg.org.uk - Gingerbread: single parents, equal families
Help and advice on the issues that matter to lone parents.
helpline: 0808 802 0925
website: www.gingerbread.org.uk
Related links
Support for dads
Support for grandparents