The holiday season is full of excitement, but we know it can also bring difficult times for families - which is why we're here to help.

We’ll be open every day throughout the festive period (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day), ready to offer a listening ear, advice and guidance. Whether you need practical support or just someone to talk to, we’re here for you.

How to reach us:

• call your local family hub for advice and support
• pop in and see us - sometimes a friendly face makes all the difference
• contact us through our online enquiry form
• follow us on Facebook for updates, tips and community news.

Make a real difference to local families by volunteering with Home-Start Nottingham.

We support families with young children facing challenges, offering friendship, practical help and community connection.

Volunteer roles include home visiting, group support, events, fundraising, interpreting, admin and social media. Full training and support is also provided, with flexible hours and travel costs reimbursed.

Get involved today and help families to thrive!

The Nottingham Energy Partnership (NEP) provides a wide range of home improvement measures designed to make homes warmer, more energy-efficient, and more affordable to run, including:

• home insulation
• heating solutions
• air source heat pumps
• solar PV panels
• water bill discounts
• food bank vouchers
• support with National Grid’s Priority Services Register.

Through a combination of free and subsidised services, NEP supports households in multiple ways:

• energy upgrades
• health and wellbeing
• cost of living support.

Visit the link below or call 0115 985 9057 to learn more.

Families tell us what a difference it makes having a hub to go to during the holidays – why not check out what is happening at yours this Christmas?

We received the feedback below from a parent who visits their local family hub with their child:

“My oldest daughter is a little shy and I wanted to make sure she didn’t become even more shy over the holidays, without her usual routine of school.

"We have visited the family hub every week and loved every second of it. I also think my daughter has grown in confidence by coming to the sessions as she has been encouraged to interact with more adults and children she hadn’t met before. Thank you so much! You are all incredible!”.

At just 16 years old, Archie Matthews has been recognised  with the prestigious 4Uth Outstanding Achievement award.

Archie earned this honour through his incredible commitment to volunteering with St John Ambulance and his dedication to supporting activities at Stapleford Young People’s Centre.

The award ceremony took place on 21 November 2025 at County Hall, where Archie was celebrated as the overall county-wide winner from all seven districts - a truly remarkable achievement.

Congratulations, Archie!

Protecting your baby from tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to give your child a healthy start in life.

Giving up smoking can prevent harm to you and your baby, both before and after birth.

All pregnant women are offered help to stop smoking.

If you’re planning a pregnancy, or if someone close to you is pregnant, you can also get FREE support to stop smoking.

Check out the links below to learn more about the support available.