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Make Happy Memories 2023

How we’re helping families to Make Happy Memories this summer

Summer can be a challenge for families and our recent poll highlighted that families across the country struggle with the…

Bailey and Ava’s story: making the most of summer as a young carer

For young people caring for a loved one or family member, the summer holidays can be a difficult time, balancing…

Tips to beat the summer struggle

Our social prescribing services work with families to help them navigate the support that’s available in and around their communities. For…

Phillipa’s story: how FOOD Clubs helped my family

Worries about the cost of summer are widespread and, thanks to the cost of living crisis, having a job is…

Dads speak out about summer stresses, struggles and joys

Summer is a time when work responsibilities must be juggled with childcare, family life and spending time together. We caught…

FOOD Clubs – a lifeline for my family

Raising a family isn’t cheap, and costs can spiral during the summer when the safety net of school is removed…

Noor’s story: How a Health and Wellbeing project supported me as a single parent

Looking after a child as a single parent is a difficult task, but it’s made much harder when you’re struggling…

Over three-quarters of parents worry about summer activity costs

Long days, warm weather and time with our families – Summer can sound idyllic. Our new research shows that for…

Annabel’s story: how Friendship Works supported my children

It’s not always easy for families to find the time or the money to ensure their children have a varied…