Impact
Select a heading to turn the page between our impact and the voices behind it.
Stronger families.
Brighter futures.
Behind every number is a family finding a way forward. Our work supports safe reunification, stronger relationships and opportunities beyond the programme.
Children reunited with their families
Children reunified from residential care
Investing in families matters
Safe reunification supports families and can reduce the need for costly alternative care.
Source: Tameside Children’s Services service specification, local context, May 2026. Figures are average weekly placement costs in Tameside, not calculated savings attributable to New Beginnings.
Support that lasts beyond reunification
Support continues beyond the programme, helping families build lasting stability and confidence.
Children experienced a step-down in statutory intervention
Parents trained as volunteer peer mentors
Peer mentors progressed into paid roles at New Beginnings
Support that grows with families
Creating opportunities for parents and children to grow, connect and thrive.
Planned to begin peer mentor training towards the end of 2026, building on 26 parents trained since 2018.
Breaking the cycle means supporting the children of yesterday and today.
Our pilot launched in July 2025, extending support to children whose families have been part of New Beginnings. We are seeking funding to sustain and develop this work.
Every number has a story.
In their own words: hear from young people, parents and professionals about the difference New Beginnings makes.
Being seen, not labelled
“They don’t see us as damaged kids but as kids who’ve experienced damage and there is a difference.”
Another chance at change
Life before New Beginnings was daunting. I was still struggling with Social Services and wasn't sure how things were going to go. New Beginnings kept me going, and most importantly, kept my hope alive.
It opened my eyes to a community of women who assured me I wasn't alone. The staff and other parents gave me confidence without judgement and the strength to keep fighting for my children. Gaining my children back during this journey, with that support around me, has meant so much.
New Beginnings has given me and my family another chance at change. My children love coming to the crèche, and my eldest and other family members often comment on the difference they see in me.
Support beyond the programme
“NB staff are creative and innovative in the ways they work with families and I personally feel that NB is a real bonus for Stockport, especially the way they work collaboratively with social workers as well as families. This programme is amazing and helps so many families not just during the programme but providing post-programme support too, so that individuals feel they have support they can access even after NB ends.”
Feeling heard
“There wasn't always a solution, but I felt heard and listened to. Sometimes just talking about what I was going through made a difference.”
A parent’s perspective
Additional parent testimonial coming soon.
A professional’s perspective
Additional professional testimonial coming soon.
Choice and empowerment
“It is completely optional to come to New Beginnings, it is my choice and they work around my timetable, so I can go at my own pace.”