Vision and Values

Home-Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde aims to increase the confidence and independence of the family by:

• Offering emotional and practical support and friendship

• Visiting families in their own homes, where the dignity and identity of each adult and child can be respected and protected

• Reassuring parents that difficulties in bringing up children are not unusual and encourage them to enjoy family life

• Developing a relationship with the family in which time can be shared and understanding can be developed: the approach is flexible to take account of each families different needs

• Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well-being for the ultimate benefit of their children

• Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships, effectively using the support and service available within the community

• Home-Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde's values are always at the forefront of the work we do:

• Respect

• Trust

• Choice

• Time

• Empathy

• Non-judgmental

• Inclusive

• Responsive