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Support for families with young children, in Edinburgh and Midlothian.
We work closely with families and services to give the best start in life for young children.
Home Link Family Support is an award-winning charitable organisation that has been delivering effective family support and therapeutic services since 1986.
We use a range of early intervention approaches, including individual and group services, to enhance child and parental well-being.
We aim to empower parents and maximise children’s’ readiness for learning by minimising the impact of social and economic disadvantages that families may be experiencing.
Our Aims
Improve children’s life chances through providing enhanced family learning experiences.
Enhance whole family wellbeing by supporting families to flourish and thrive by offering support that is timely, flexible, and responsive to their emerging needs.
Deliver services across our communities which are inclusive and free from stigma and judgement.
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Services for families with young children
In Edinburgh and Midlothian
Our Values
Respect and Understanding
We aim to fully understand the challenges faced by families and provide compassionate, effective and confidential support.
Inclusion
Our services are open to every family who needs us in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Awareness and understanding of equality and diversity are embedded in our practice.
Tailored Support
We recognise that every family experiences a unique set of circumstances. We are committed to working flexibly and creatively to ensure we meet each family’s specific needs.
Collaboration
We work closely with our families, volunteers, staff and referral partners to help ensure the best possible outcomes.
Latest News from Home Link Family Support
Baby Cafe
For expecting parents and babies up to six months old- a relaxed space to grab a cup of tea and connect with other parents Baby Cafe starting 27th October 2025 Every Monday 10-11:30am Bridgend Farmhouse, Midlothian No need to book just come along – its FREE Find out more about services and resources in your…
Useful websites
Information about services, groups and courses Website with services and supports for families Support for families – The City of Edinburgh Council Solihull Online courses for parents and carers with children 0-19+ https://inourplace.heiapply.com/online-learning/ enter access code TARTAN to register. To find out more about group parenting programmes visit Parenting Programmes in Edinburgh
The Family Hub
The Family Hub provides support across Edinburgh to families whose children are not yet in an early learning and childcare setting. we offer one to one support and Family Hub group work. see our poster for further information This is a FREE service