When you volunteer with us, you’re offering families something truly special – time, kindness and the reassurance that they’re not alone. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, carer, or simply someone who cares and wants to make a difference, your support helps families build confidence, connection and hope.
An increase of 30 volunteers on last year, we ran our prep course 3 times in each area 2024/25.
The donation of their time equates to a donated value of £225,212*.
Volunteering supports your own wellbeing, grows your confidence, and develops new skills. When you join our warm team of staff and volunteers, you receive:
Make a meaningful difference during the earliest, most important years of family life.
Build real relationships based on trust, dignity and choice.
Receive quality training & support - you’re never on your own.
Gain skills and confidence through a supported, community‑led role.
Join a warm team of volunteers and staff who care deeply about families.
“You see the difference you’re making every week, small moments that mean everything.”
We support families with babies and young children who may be experiencing isolation, financial hardship, mental health challenges or limited support networks. Our approach is relationship‑based: non‑judgemental, compassionate and flexible, and always led by family choice and dignity.
Check out the various ways you can support families and children in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde:
Offer one-to-one emotional and practical support to parents in their own homes. It’s about listening without judgment and being a steady, friendly presence.
Help run warm, weekly groups (from baby groups to peer support) where parents and children can meet, share, and thrive in a safe space.
Use your professional skills to guide the vision, governance, and direction of HSRI, ensuring we can continue delivering meaningful support.
Get involved by running events, asking for sponsorships, or getting local businesses involved to help fuel our mission.
Volunteering with Home‑Start changes lives, for families and volunteers alike.
We’d love to welcome you into our community.
