Our History - Animated
To celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2015, cartoonist Robert Duncan created this fantastic animated history of Family Friends. Donate now to help us support more children and families.
Our History - Timeline
1995
Family Friends is formed in Maidenhead by a few volunteers getting together.
2000
Family Friends is expanded to cover the whole borough - 75 families are supported.
2004
The Family Support Worker role is created, and other permanent staff are recruited.
2007
Parent Groups are started.
2009
PICADA Service is created for domestic abuse families.
2009
Family Friends is awarded the Queen's Golden Jubilee for voluntary service.
2012
The Army Family project is established.
2015
The first Anxiety Group is held for children.
2015
Family Friends supported 350 families in the local borough.
2022
Family Friends have 34 dedicated volunteers.