We’re there for parents when they need us the most, because childhood can’t wait.

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Because childhood can't wait

The earliest years make the biggest difference. Home-Start makes sure those years count, so that no child's future is limited

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Making a difference in Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex

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Welcome to Home-Start Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex

We are a local independent charity offering friendship, advice and practical support to families who live in Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex area. We help parents, with a child under 5, discover or rediscover the joy of parenting. We are self funded and governed but work in partnership with Home-Start UK.

Home-StartΒ is one of the leading family support charities in the UK.

At the heart of Home-Start Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex’s work is home visiting volunteer support.

OurΒ volunteers help families with young children deal with the challenges they face. We support parents as they learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children

Families struggling with post-natal depression, isolation, physical health problems, bereavement and many other issues receive the support of a volunteer who will spend around two hours a week in a family’s home supporting them in the ways they need.

Looking for the news? we have the latest news at theΒ bottom of this pageΒ and for all news and events please visit ourΒ news page

Get Support

We work with you to build on your strength and give you the support you tell us you need.

Ways to Volunteer

By volunteering a few hours each week you can transform the lives of young children and their parents in the community.

Why fundraise for us?

A child’s earliest years are the most important. Home-Start wants to make sure those years count. Can you help us?

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Latest News from Home-Start Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex

Below here we have the last three news items published byΒ Home-Start Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex . To open an item, click on the title, image (if one is present), or the read more link.

To see all of the news go to this page: News

Charity Donation

Charity Donation

We have recently received a generous Β£6,000 donation from Orbis Investments’ employee-directed philanthropicΒ Buchanan Programme. Founded in 2018, the programme’s objective is to inspire and empower eligible employees, to make a tangible contribution towards societal...

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Skydive in 2026

Skydive in 2026

Are you looking to do something a bit different? - why not take a leap into an exciting challenge and book a SKYDIVE! Reach new highs and skydive for Home-Start CHAMS choosing from two locations: Kent or Salisbury.   To book your place for this amazing experience...

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CHAMS Fashion Show 2026

CHAMS Fashion Show 2026

Get your tickets now - our fashion show is back! We are pleased to announce that after our last successful fashion show event, that we have booked in another Colours Fashion show for March 2026. Join us for a fun evening and help us raise funds by purchasing beautiful...

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Crawley Town FC shirt

Crawley Town FC shirt

Win a Signed Crawley Town FC Shirt We are very excited to announce that Crawley Town FC player, Jeremy Kelly (No. 19) has donated one of his Crawley Town shirts - signed by the first team squad.Β  Please visit our Facebook page here for full details on how to make your...

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Volunteer Voices

Volunteer Voices

Hear from our Volunteers Have you ever wondered what it is like to volunteer for us at Home-Start? Have questions regarding what home visiting volunteering looks like? Hear from two of our Volunteers, Hazel and Rebecca, with their personal take on their volunteering...

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Volunteers Needed 2025

Volunteers Needed 2025

Have you ever thought about the benefits of volunteering? Volunteers needed!   We are currently recruiting for Home Visiting Volunteers for our February / March 2025 and our October / November 2025 pre courses – spaces are limited. To apply, please send us a...

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We are a registered charity supporting local families to give their children the best start in life.

3 days ago

We recently came together for our annual safeguarding training, with our staff, trustees and volunteers all taking part.Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at Home-Start CHAMS. Keeping our knowledge up to date helps us ensure that every family, child and volunteer we support is safe, heard and protected.Thank you to everyone who took part and for your continued commitment to mak ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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3 weeks ago

A huge thank you to all of our incredible volunteers for the time, kindness and support you give to local families. Your dedication makes a real difference in our community, and we simply couldn't do what we do without you.Volunteering is not only an opportunity to help others, but also a chance to gain valuable knowledge, develop new skills, build confidence, make friendships and gain rewarding experience, all while knowing you're making a positive impact on the lives of children and families.If you've ever thought about volunteering, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you'd like to support families through home visiting or help at one of our groups, please visit our website to find out more about our volunteering opportunities.Thank you to every one of our volunteers – you are truly appreciated. πŸ’šhomestartchams.org.uk/volunteer/#homestartchams #crawley #horsham #midsussex #volunteering ... See MoreSee Less
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