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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.

Volunteer with HLFS

We are always looking for volunteers!

Volunteer with HLFS

“Volunteering has been a very rewarding experience”

Services for families with young children

In Edinburgh and Midlothian

Back on Track

These services are for children and young people aged 5-24 years and their families, who live in the Gracemount and Liberton High School catchment areas of Edinburgh.

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Group Work

We run a range of groups for parents, carers and families on a rotational basis. Some are available online as well as in person.

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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

Thank you Home Link Family Support

“I have a daughter who goes to Primary school in Midlothian where we live. Two years ago, I noticed that my daughter was struggling in many aspects of her life that I was concerned about. One area that she really struggled with was separating from myself in the mornings. There were many other factors that…

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Volunteer with HLFS

Could YOU make a difference to an isolated family with small children in Edinburgh? We need volunteers for up to 2 hours per week, visiting families to offer practical and emotional support. Full training and travel expenses provided.  If you wish to have an informal chat about the volunteer opportunities available please contact  0131 661…

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