Home-Start HOST Limited is a voluntary sector
organisation working with large numbers of vulnerable families
across the Oldham borough through a Befriending Service which
matches vulnerable and at risk families with a child under five
with a volunteer supporter. This timely support improves outcomes
for families and reduces the need for escalation to Early Help and
other high cost services.
The report seeks agreement of grant funding for this work to
31/3/2023
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 21/12/2021
Decision due: 21 Dec 2021 by Managing Director Children and Young People (DCS)
Lead member: Cabinet Member - Children and Young People and Deputy Leader
Contact: Bruce Penhale, Head of Stronger Communities Service 0161 770 4196 Email: bruce.penhale@oldham.gov.uk Email: Bruce.penhale@oldham.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Proposal discussed at Children's Services DMT
21/12/21