TOYHOUSE SURE STRPs PEER SUPPORT PROJECT

Do you live in Tower Hamlets and have some time to volunteer and support a local parent-to-be or a parent of a baby/toddler?

The SureSTEPs project has been created to provide informal and friendly support to those in need at the time in theirs and their baby’s life when they are feeling vulnerable.

How could I be involved?  We are looking to recruit a group of dedicated & committed local people – those who have already been parents or a carer of a child themselves, willing to support parents-to-be & parents in the local community.  These people will be called Peer Support Volunteers

A 7 session core training course (held within the school day), with additional top up sessions throughout the year, will be provided so potential Volunteers will be equipped with the background knowledge of what is involved in providing support in pregnancy and during the first 2 year of life; as well as extending own personal skills!

Interested? Then ask for an application form, complete and return it to Toyhouse

Training is held 3 times during the year and consist of 7 sessions over 7 weeks, contact us to find out when the next course will be.  Having completed the training Peer Supporter Volunteers will need to commit 2-4hours per week to support the parent with whom they are matched.  Regular ongoing support will be provided, both individually and with other Peer Supporters, so volunteers will also need to come to supervision meetings.

Whilst Peer Supporters will give their time as volunteers, an Oyster Card will be provided for travel connected with the project + a basic mobile phone so you can keep in contact.  This project offers local women the chance to extend their skills and gain confidence. Volunteers are on weekly placements, providing opportunities for hands on experience, with regular meeting to share ideas and attend training.

PSV APPLICATION FORM COURSES 102025

VOLUNTEERING @ TOYHOUSE  We are sorry this project is not currently accepting new volunteers