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.

NSPCC - Take 5

Follow the NSPCC's simple steps for positive parenting

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