Tracey’s Story

Read to see how volunteering for Home-Start Norfolk truly made an incredible impact on Tracey and changed her life. “Volunteering for Home-Start Norfolk has given me back my confidence and self-esteem. Before I started my volunteering journey, I had been ill for a...

Sharon’s Story

Driven by her personal experience with Post Natal Depression, Sharon talks about her decision to volunteer at Home-Start Norfolk and the rewarding feeling she gets from supporting other families. “I always wanted to volunteer and support young parents and families due...

Sarah’s Story

Early years teacher Sarah started her volunteer journey with us in June 2021. Sarah tells us why she chose to volunteer for Home-Start Norfolk and why volunteering is so important to her. “I came across Home-Start Norfolk through a friend. I am an Early Years teacher...

Dave’s Story

Dave has been volunteering for Home-Start Norfolk since 2021 and to date has worked alongside 3 families. “Nine years ago, I was working a fill-in job after being made redundant. My eldest daughter was looking to go back to work after her maternity and needed...

Sarah’s Story

Sarah volunteered for Home-Start Norfolk for over nine years. As she moves out of the county to be closer to her own family Sarah reflects on her experience, what she has learned and gives some advice for others who may be considering the role; ‘I first heard of...

Alison’s story

Alison had previously worked in health care and retail prior to having her three children. She was unemployed and receiving income support when she enrolled on the Home-Start volunteer training course in 2012. Her youngest daughter had just started nursery and...