What we do

Safe Families is a charity that works with 35+ local authorities around the UK.  Safe Families offer hope, belonging and support to children, families and care leavers; they do this primarily, but not exclusively, with and through local churches.

How to get involved

There are three ways that you can serve with Safe Families. You can become a Family Friend, a Host Family or a Resource Friend. 

Family friends work directly with families. Coming alongside and giving support to parents and children when they need it most, making sure they feel less isolated. Host families open their homes to look after children from a night or two up to a couple of weeks. This gives a regular break and space to families dealing with issues or challenges. A Resource Friend are individuals who are able to provide (or transport) useful items, such as a cot or children’s clothing. We also welcome those with helpful skills, such as cooking or gardening.

Safe Families requires all volunteers to go through a seven-step ‘safer recruiting’ programme.