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Real stories

Robina’s story: how a Family Action Grant gave me safety and stability

Hopefully most people reading these words will do so in an environment where they feel safe; where they are respected…

Elliot’s story: how a Family Action grant eased life’s stresses during a challenging time

If the events of recent years have taught us anything it’s that life is unpredictable and can bring its share…

Dianne’s story: how my volunteering is making a real difference

Family Support Volunteer Dianne shares what she finds so rewarding about helping families through struggling times. Our volunteers have one…

Janet’s Story: how the Toy Appeal helped my family

This Christmas will be the toughest some of us will have ever known. Here parent Janet explains why Family Action’s…

Kayleigh’s story: how the Toy Appeal helped my son

There is no “typical” family that receives assistance from our Toy Appeal and, as this story by Kayleigh shows, there…

Kayla’s story: finding my voice as a Young Carer

Kayla is an 11-year old young carer living in London with her mum and brother. She helps look after her…

The forgotten voices of birth families

Our PAC-UK adoption support service is the largest independent agency in the country and supports all those impacted by adoption.…

Rosie’s story: pregnancy, my mental health and beyond

A young mother explains how we supported her with her mental health during pregnancy and beyond.  This week sees the…

Emma’s story: Getting the emotional support I needed

Our Children’s Centres are vital to the communities they serve, offering a friendly space where families can raise their concerns…