The Stories That Built Us There’s a misconception that you need to fully understand the circumstances of someone else’s life to be able to support someone well. I don’t think that’s true at all. The young people I’ve supported weren’t looking for someone who had lived exactly what they had lived through. They were looking for someone who would simply spend time with them someone who could be with them as they were, rather than focusing on the circumstances that brought them t

The mum who is judged because her child will not go to school. The mum who is a listening ear for another mum. The mum whose teenager...

Family Friends has been through a large evolution during this past 18 months, reshaping our core services and taking deep dives into our...

We are currently recruiting for new volunteers to work with local families in need, Are you someone who can offer a listening ear? Are...

For most of us who lead small to medium-sized charities, securing corporate support often feels like hunting for a hidden treasure. It's...

George's Story - from Volunteer to Trustee I was introduced to Family Friends many years ago. It was perfect timing; I had been looking...

Sheila's Story - The Founder of Family Friends In 1993, Family Friends was born, ignited by the incredible vision and tenacity of our...

Our families, despite being in a city brimming with potential connections, face a profound sense of isolation. This isolation, stemming...

What's love got to do with it? Everything! We witness countless expressions of love weaving through our ecosystem. There's the palpable...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lzbI7hNBfg   We're excited to share a glimpse of our fantastic 30th anniversary celebration through this...

What an incredible 30th anniversary celebration! Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for everyone who came together with us to...