I am challenging myself, post knee surgery, to complete the London Marathon this Spring. As a result I am looking to raise money for Home Start Oxford - why? Because I have been so lucky to grow up in a home that could cope with the many challenges the world threw at us, but not everyone shares that experience.

Home-Start Oxford is a long‑established local charity that provides free, confidential, non‑judgmental support to families with at least one child under five who are going through difficult times

Why Should People Support Them?

Supporting Home-Start Oxford means investing in the wellbeing of families at a crucial stage of life. Here’s why they matter:

🧡 1. They step in when parenting feels overwhelming

Being a parent can be lonely, exhausting, and emotionally heavy. Home-Start offers compassionate, judgement‑free support exactly when families need it most.

👶 2. Early intervention changes lives

The first five years are foundational. By supporting parents early, Home-Start helps prevent problems from escalating and gives children a stronger start.

🤝 3. They empower families, not just assist them

Their approach builds confidence, resilience, and long‑term stability, rather than offering short‑term fixes.

🏡 4. They are local, community‑rooted, and volunteer‑powered

With around 50 trained volunteers supporting families across Oxford and West Oxfordshire, donations and volunteer time have a direct, tangible impact.

💬 5. Families say the support is life‑changing

Parents describe Home-Start as a lifeline that helps them rebuild stability and create happier homes for their children.

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