Buddy for a family with parenting questions

Would you like to mean something to someone else? Make a difference in someone's life?

Then read on.

In some situations, parents can become overloaded and things can become too much for a while. All kinds of circumstances (eg divorce, overload or a limited network) can cause tension in a family, which makes parenting extra difficult. In these situations a Home-Start volunteer can offer support, provide a sympathetic ear or practical help.

Do you have a few hours a week to spare? Are you a good listener? Would you like to support a family temporarily with parenting assistance for 2-4 hours a week?

Then we are looking for you!

Dutch is not a requirement, English is useful. Other languages are very welcome! The families that we support also have many different backgrounds.

We offer:

• rewarding volunteer work
• preparatory training
• evaluation meeting & workshops with other volunteers
• personal guidance by a coordinator

Quotes from parents about their volunteer:

"She is truly 'the light in our lives' and I am the most grateful person in the world that she has been linked to me. She doesn't judge and supports me to the 'place' I want to go with my family."

"My volunteer is a listening angel with her heart in the right place. I can frame her, I'm so happy with her! It is very nice that I can tell my story to her, I can let off steam. It creates peace that I can say out loud what is bothering me. When I talk to her, the Rolodex in my head goes back in order!"

Are you excited? 

You are always welcome for a no-obligation introductory meeting. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact us.

Our new volunteer training starts on Tuesday, May 9 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Pieterskerkhof 16 in Utrecht. Sign up quickly so you can still participate!