Home-Start has given me so much confidence to just get myself out and meet new people. I attended the Family Group on a Thursday morning. I have made lots of new friends who are in a very similar situation to myself. At the group I have done several courses such as a Parenting Course and a Communication Course. We have had quite a few massage treatments and relaxation classes which have come in really useful. Home-Start have given me the opportunity to take my children on trips to Farmer Ted’s and Chester Zoo, which as a single parent I would not have been able to afford . My volunteer isn’t just my helper but she has become a very good friend and someone I can trust and rely on without being judgemental. She has given me lots of confidence and shown me I can do lots of things that I didn’t think were possible. We had lots of fun decorating my living room which I didn’t think would be fun. Also on the practical side she has taken me to hospital appointments and shopping. She is great to talk to and I wouldn’t be without her. Overall, Home-Start have helped me and my children immensely.