At Family Action we know that a stable and loving family life gives individuals the security they need to be able to flourish and fulfill their potential.
We are also dedicated to involving our service users wherever possible. That’s why we asked them to tell us why family matters to them.
"Family matters because they are the most important people in your life. Family stick together and look after each other. Unlike your friends you can't choose your family, so look after them! No matter how it's structured, your family are important. It's really important for children, so that they grow up with a positive view on life." Lauren, young families service user
“Family matters to me, because growing up I had lots of people around me. To me, family means togetherness, always having someone around to talk to or just company, knowing someone will be around at some time of the day, to be there for each other, to build each other up.
It’s important that you don’t feel alone or unsupported.
Family matters to me as it makes me feel safe to trust my family. Not everyone can be trusted, but I feel in a family there is someone there for anything." Payal, Newpin service user
“Someone to share your emotions with and sometimes, no matter what you may be going through, your friends or family can make you laugh, then you feel happier… a problem shared is a problem halved.
Support and a smile or a hug can make you feel that you are not alone.”Terry, young carers' service user
Read more about service user participation.