HOME-START CENTRAL LANCASHIRE LTD.

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are absolutely delighted to share that our bid to the National Lottery Community Fund for our project, 'The Alchemy of Family Support - Progressive Expansion,' has been successful! 🎉 We have been awarded an incredible £400,000 over a 4-year period, which will enable us to reach more families in need, offer essential support, and make a lasting difference to their futures and the strength of our local communities. This funding is a huge step forward in helping us provide the vital, trauma-informed, and holistic support that families deserve. It will allow us to continue addressing the root causes of disadvantage, fostering connection, resilience, and aspiration for both parents and children. A massive thank you to The National Lottery Community Fund, their team, and the lottery players for believing in our vision and making this possible! 💙 Stay tuned as we embark on this exciting journey together—we can't wait to share the impact this funding will have on the lives of those we support. #NationalLottery #FundingSuccess #FamilySupport #AlchemyOfFamilySupport #CommunityImpact

Really appreciate this £1250 donation from Realise Such a wonderful much needed surprise 🎖️

In the year 2023-2024, Home-Start Central Lancashire made a significant impact on the lives of 1,173 families living in our most disadvantaged communities. 

🚀 **The Future of Family Support is Here! 🌟 We were thrilled to present our vision for 'The Future of Family Support' at our recent open day and exhibition. This video showcases how Home-Start Central Lancashire is working to transform the way we support families, offering early intervention, trauma-informed care, and innovative programs like 'Sweet Chilli Parenting', 'Divergent Parent', 'Vibes of Belonging', and 'Budding Spirits'. Our goal is simple, to build stronger, more informed, resilient families and communities. Watch the video to see how we intend to make a difference in the lives of families across Central Lancashire. #FamilySupport #EarlyIntervention #TraumaInformedCare #CommunityImpact #HomeStartCentralLancashire #Inclusion #Informedparenting #Divergentparent

Only 2 weeks to go!

🧠 We are really excited about this open day event! 🧠 Presenting a first of its kind exhibition of content-rich information, traditional games and learning tools, (some developed over 100,000 years ago), and modern-day technology such as VR. 🎭 Each room is designed to intrigue and fascinate, effortlessly expanding your knowledge, and highlighting the system thinking dynamics that inspired 'The Alchemy of Family Support'. 🎓 A treasure trove of gems blending history, anthropology, neuroscience, psychology, early child development, and virtual reality experiences to transform your perspectives from the inside out, and the outside in. Whether you have an hour, two or ten to spare, we encourage you to come and unleash your inner child and curiosity, you'll be glad you did 😊

🌟 Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience! 🌟 Curious about early childhood development, trauma, and innovative ways to support families? Don’t miss our "See the World Through Their Eyes" Open Day and Exhibition! 👶🧠 🎉 What to Expect: Virtual Reality Experiences: Step into the world of a child and truly understand their perspective. Interactive Exhibitions: Discover how trauma impacts the brain and learn powerful strategies to support emotional and behavioural regulation. Blending Tradition with Innovation: Explore how traditional learning tools meet cutting-edge technology for the best child development practices. 📅 Date: Thursday, 10th October 2024  🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  📍 Location: Home-Start Central Lancashire – 112a Market Street, Chorley Whether you’re a professional, practitioner, or just passionate about making a difference, this event is for YOU. Let's create a brighter future for our children, together! 💪✨ #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #FamilySupport #TraumaAwareness #OpenDay #Home

📢 Breaking The Silence 📢 As highlighted by the World Literacy Foundation, certain demographics are facing severe challenges, with White working-class boys particularly affected. Shockingly, three quarters of these boys fail to meet the basic vocabulary benchmark set by the government by the age of 16. The impact of literacy (or the lack thereof) extends far beyond education. According to the National Literacy Trust (2018): 📉 A girl born in an area with the greatest literacy challenges is expected to live 20.9 years shorter than a girl born in an area with fewer literacy challenges. 📉 A boy in similar circumstances will live 26.1 years shorter than his peers in more literate areas. #LiteracyMatters #AdultEducation #CommunityEmpowerment #HealthAndWellbeing #Safeguarding

🌟 Can anyone please help? 🌟 I appreciate this is a longshot but we are currently on a mission to transform understanding and empathy for families facing social and economic hardships in the UK. As part of our upcoming Family Support Open Day, we are seeking to create an immersive, eye-opening experience for professionals and commissioners. Our goal is to help them walk in the shoes of the families we support, to truly grasp the daily struggles and the profound impact of early intervention. To achieve this, we need your help. We are looking for virtual reality (VR) programs and resources that can simulate the harsh realities of social and economic deprivation. These VR experiences will provide an essential tool in our event, offering a powerful, first-hand perspective on the lives of disadvantaged families. Your expertise and connections can make a significant difference. If you know of any VR programs, developers, or resources that align with our needs, please reach out. Your support will help us create an unforgettable experience that fosters deep understanding and drives meaningful action. Join us in making a difference. Share your insights, recommend resources, or connect us with those who can help. Together, we can build a more empathetic and informed community dedicated to supporting families in need. This is not a profit making opportunity, we are a small charity making big and innovative impact! Thank you for your invaluable support. #FamilySupport #VirtualReality #SocialImpact #EmpathyBuilding #CommunitySupport #Nonprofit #EarlyIntervention #EconomicDeprivation #CharityEvent #SocialGood #StakeholderEngagement #philanthropy #investors #InnovativeSolutions #CommunityEngagement #SupportFamilies #ImpactfulChange