Local and National support services
Whether you're looking for practical advice, emotional support, or help navigating services, there are dedicated teams and organisations ready to support you.
Local Support in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent Kinship Team
For help with fostering, special guardianship, or general kinship support.
Family Hubs
Friendly places offering parenting support, activities, and advice.
Stoke Community Directory
Find local groups, carers’ cafes, and wellbeing services.
SEND Local Offer
Support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
National Support
Kinship (formerly Grandparents Plus)
The leading UK charity for kinship carers. Offers advice, peer support, training, and events.
- kinship.org.uk
- Helpline: 0300 123 7015
- advice@kinship.org.uk
Kinship Carers UK
Run by experienced kinship carers, offering emotional support and practical advice.
Family Rights Group
Free legal advice and advocacy for kinship carers.
- frg.org.uk
- Advice Line: 0808 801 0366
GOV.UK – Kinship Care Guidance
Official government advice on legal orders, financial support, and your rights.
Kinship Compass
A free online tool to help you find support, benefits, and services.