Life today is full of pressures. Parenting is a challenging job and growing up in an inner city can be tough. Whether you're feeling low, vulnerable, unable to cope, confused about how to move forward or swamped by responsibilities, we can help. Our friendship is unconditional - all we ask of you is the wish to make changes for the better.

How can I get help from Family Friends?

If you live in Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster or Brent, we may be able to help you. Our Parent Befriending service is for parents with a child or children under the age of 16 years. Our Child Mentoring service is for children aged between 5 and 16 years. Both services are available in Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham, Brent, and Westminster. 

Please contact us for more information. Please note that to complete a self-referral, we will need to also speak to a professional such as your local GP, school, social worker, health visitor or any other organisation that may be supporting you. We have good links and regular contact with all these groups and can help guide you through the referral process. 

Who are Family Friends’ volunteers?

Family Friends’ befrienders and mentors come from a wide range of backgrounds and they are selected for their qualities of warmth, understanding and practicality. They use our training and their commitment and life experiences to become a supportive friend or mentor.  Many use their experience of volunteering with us to help develop their own careers.  Our volunteers recognise the importance of reliability, confidentiality and trust. All volunteers are screened, police-checked, interviewed and trained.  They are regularly supervised by the staff at Family Friends.