Our Family Coffee Mornings

Post Date: 3 March 2026

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Join Us for Our Family Coffee Morning – Wednesday 11th March 

At Home-Start Richmondshire, we understand that family life can be joyful, busy, challenging, and sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re inviting you to join us for our Family Coffee Morning on Wednesday 11th March.

This isn’t just coffee and conversation, it’s a chance to connect, find support, and feel part of a community that cares.

A Welcoming Space for Parents and Carers

No one should feel they have to navigate parenting alone.

Our coffee morning offers:

Connection with Other Parents and Carers

Meeting others who understand the realities of family life can be incredibly reassuring. Sharing experiences; from sleepless nights to school worries, reminds us that we’re not alone.

A Relaxed, Friendly Environment

There’s no pressure and no judgement. Just a warm welcome, tea and coffee, and space to talk.  Sometimes simply getting out of the house and having a supportive conversation can make a real difference to your wellbeing.

Access to Trusted Advice and Support

We’re pleased to be joined by:

  • Citizens Advice Bureau – offering guidance on finances, benefits, housing, employment and more.
  • The Defence Medical Welfare Service – providing practical and emotional support to armed forces families and veterans.

Having these organisations with us means you can access trusted advice in an informal, supportive setting.

SEND Support Available

We know that families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) often face additional challenges. There will be SEND support available on the day, offering information, understanding and a listening ear.

A Child-Friendly Space

Children are very welcome. Little ones can play and socialise while adults relax and connect.

Interested in Volunteering? Come Along for a Chat

Our coffee morning is also a fantastic opportunity for anyone thinking about volunteering with Home-Start Richmondshire.

Learn About What We Do

Find out how we support families across the local area and how our volunteers make a meaningful difference every week.

Discover the Impact You Could Have

Our volunteers offer friendship, practical help and emotional support to families who may be experiencing isolation, illness, financial difficulties or other pressures.

Just a few hours a week can:

  • Build a parent’s confidence
  • Reduce isolation
  • Strengthen family life
  • Create lasting positive change

Ask Questions – No Obligation

If you’re curious but unsure, this is the perfect chance to find out more in a relaxed setting. There’s no commitment required just a conversation.

Volunteering not only transforms families’ lives, it can also boost your own confidence, skills and sense of purpose.

We’d Love to See You

Our Family Coffee Morning is about community, bringing people together, sharing support, and strengthening families across Richmondshire.

If you:

  • Would like to meet other parents or carers
  • Need advice or support
  • Are interested in volunteering
  • Want to learn more about SEND support
  • Or simply fancy a friendly chat over a cuppa

Join us on Wednesday 11th March.

Because no parent should ever feel alone and support is stronger when we come together.

Post Date: 3 March 2026

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Sue McVay

I joined Home-Start Richmondshire as manager in June 2023. Previous to that, I worked in the Early Years sector, operationally and strategically, for over 30 years.

I am passionate about supporting parents to give children the best possible start in life and believe that Home-Start Richmondshire has the knowledge, experience and understanding to deliver this through the staff team and network of volunteers.

Emma Felinski

I recently joined HSR as a coordinator, in April 2025 after working as a support worker for many years. I am enjoying my role, supporting families through challenging times. I have spent time overseas, including New York, Paraguay, Cyprus and Germany. While working overseas In Paraguay South America I worked with children and families living in poverty. This was an experience that was very rewarding, and my passion to support people continues. I love to travel the world and experience different cultures. I also enjoy hiking, with my two dogs, wild swimming and spending time with my children.

Jill Sinaguglia

I joined Home Start Richmondshire as a coordinator in July 2023.  I’ve had a varied career working as a radio presenter and journalist, running my own chocolate business and as a children and families’ social worker. I have three children and have found parenting to be a wonderful but sometimes scary and challenging journey.  I am passionate about getting alongside families who are struggling.  I know sometimes you just need a bit of encouragement to keep going or reassurance that you are doing it right!  I love that at Home Start we can do just that, and it is a privilege to support and empower families to reach their goals.  In my spare time I enjoy reading, visiting coffee shops and exploring new places.

Andrew Terry

My professional background was in children’s services, initially as a secondary school teacher and then leading teams of specialist staff for North Yorkshire Council. I retired in 2015 from the post of Assistant Director, Access and Inclusion, the service which works with and for schools and the parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities. For a time, I also managed the education social work service and the looked after children’s service.

I volunteered at the Friarage Hospital for 8 years until 2023, mainly with elderly patients and now help in the community.

I believe that the early years of a child’s life are vital to their wellbeing and prospects at school and beyond, and that a stable family life is crucial. Coming from a very large family, I have personal experience of the challenges that strained domestic life can bring and I joined Home Start Richmondshire in January 2022 to play a part in helping parents and carers when they ask for additional support.

Sian Moore

I am local to Richmondshire, attending primary and secondary schools in the area.

I have worked in Local Government in North Yorkshire for more than 35 years. My main interest was in Finance, acting as the Statutory Finance Officer for approximately 15 years. I also oversaw the finance aspects of major projects including the Allerton Park waste disposal facility and fire service training centre.

I held responsibility for HR, property, IT, Council tax, business rates and housing benefits.

Since retiring in 2023 I am studying for an MSc in Psychology, which I juggle with family responsibilities.

Tad Zaranko

I have worked for thirty six years in education, as a senior leader in three secondary schools, including one as a Headteacher.

I am a school improvement partner for two local authorities and a consultant support for the development of mathematics in small rural schools.

I am also a consultant on the ‘Building Schools for the Future’ Programme and an LA. Education lead in a HMP. Section leader in a Further Education College.

Currently a Governor of a Primary School on the Garrison for 15 years including 10 years as chair of the governing board.

I joined Home-Start Richmondshire as a Trustee in January 2022.

Daniel Bell

I read Law at Solent University and completed the professional exams at the College of Law (Guildford) before undertaking a career in intellectual property and commercial law with the Marcol Group in London.  I was commissioned into the ETS in 2010 and served with 1WG on AT4 and Op HERRICK 16 in 2011.  Took command of Arnhem Platoon, Jackson Coy at ATC(P) in 2012 before being selected in 2014 to undertake a comprehensive program of modernisation, organisational restructuring, and course re-design at RMAS as OiC Coaching Advisory Team. In 2016 having completed an MSc in Education and Innovation, I took command of the Training Management Cell at the Defence SERE Training Organisation in RAF St Mawgan.

Following that, I managed the delivery of a high profile and value training transformation project as SO3 Training Advisor to the Saudi Arabian National Guard Communications Project in 2018. Before attending ICSC(L) and returning to the Middle East as SO2 Military Education Advisor to the Kuwait MOD in 2019 and, subsequently, as the SO1 in 2020. 

I have various interests, including being a CPSA shooting coach, an ARA rowing coach, triathlete, climber, surfer and amateur motorbike and car restorer.  I am married to Seana with 3 children and 1 dog; Gabriel (8), Niamh (7), Sonny (1) and Seamus the Border Collie (14).  

I joined Home-Start Richmondshire as a Trustee in January 2022.