People and communities Help for families and children

Support and advice services

Visit our Family Hubs, bringing together services for families with children of all ages (0-19) or up to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Get support and advice for young people at www.42ndstreet.org.uk.   

Dad Matters helps dads whose partners are pregnant or who have a baby aged under 2. They run support groups for dads at antenatal clinics and classes. They also provide outreach for antenatal care. You can refer yourself or someone else for support 

Mums Matter - An 8-week course held at various locations in Manchester. It’s designed by mums for mums, helping new mothers with kids under 2.  

Find a wide range of services to support lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people at www.lgbt.foundation. Or call 0345 330 3030.

Learn about food banks and community grocers for people struggling with the cost of food.

Request advice from our Cost of living advice line if you a struggling with benefits, rent, debt, and more.

(ESOL) English for speakers of other languages courses. These courses are for people whose first language isn’t English. They aim to improve skills in speaking, listening, and writing in English.  Courses are run all over Manchester. There may be a cost.  Find out more and sign up with Greater Manchester ESOL.