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Robbie’s Story: how SEND support helped me and my family

Family Action’s services working with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) know there is no such thing as a “typical”…

Sadie and Melissa’s story: supporting communities through Social Prescribing

Our Social Prescribing services sit at the heart of their communities and prevent hundreds from feeling isolated.  Here, to celebrate…

Why is reading important for young people? with Phil Earle

Family Action directly supports young people who have experienced trauma and survived challenges that many adults would find it hard…

Gemma’s story: the difference our FOOD Clubs make

Among the many items available for parents at our Peterborough FOOD club is a set of shapes used for making…

Libby’s story: why my Family Action grant was so important this winter 

Over the past year we noticed the huge impact that the increased cost of living had on many of the…

2022 and how we’re helping families in 2023

Family Action Chief Executive David Holmes CBE looks forward to 2023, while also considering how far we’ve come to get…

A Peterborough Preschool Nativity Play

Adorable angels, dynamic donkeys and super singing stars: we document our Peterborough services’ 2022 community Nativity show.   Hundreds braved sub-zero…

James’ story: how volunteering keeps me in touch with my community

One Family Action volunteer explains why he thinks more men should get involved and explains how doing so has improved…

Elliot’s story: how a Family Action grant eased life’s stresses during a challenging time

If the events of recent years have taught us anything it’s that life is unpredictable and can bring its share…