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 in September in Utrecht. Sign up quickly so you can still participate!