We will not judge. We cry with them and/or laugh with them, whatever they need! We try to match parents by their child’s need, for instance, a chromosomal abnormality, mental health issues, a medical condition, loss of sight or hearing, autism, complex needs or developmental delay. We may be able to signpost parents to other organisations that we have found helpful.
Unfortunately we cannot offer practical support, but we may be able to help parents reframe what they’re encountering, take a step back, reflect and find the courage to go again, to take the next step.
You can access the Additional Needs Support Service via our website or email the co-ordinator on nicola.watson@cff.org.uk.
We asked some of our existing befriendees what the most helpful aspects of befriending have been for them. This is what they said: