Organisation

Children Need Families (CNF) aims to provide support to children in order for them to maintain their relationship with their Parent or Grandparent following divorce or separation, by giving help and assistance to the Parents and or, Grandparents and the extended family, irrespective of their gender, marital status, financial position or sexual orientation.

Children Need Families was formed following the recognition by Parents and Grandparents of the ever growing number of families who find themselves plunged in to divorce and or separation and the ever increasing realisation by the individuals and their families that family practitioners and network professionals are and continue to systematically fail them.

Children Need Families believes in equality between parents. We believe that this element is essential if there is to be a productive and conducive environment for children to grow up in and develop.

Research has shown that children function better when they are cared for by both parents and have access to Grandparents and the extended family. Despite this position, it is clear that prevailing attitudes to parenting following divorce and separation are marginalizing the non-resident parents who are predominantly fathers. It is equally visible that Grandparents are becoming marginalized, noting the ever-widening number of Grandparents being refused contact orders by the courts.

Family breakdown is a traumatic experience for all the family; it can equally mean the loss of home and personal possessions, dignity and respect. Children Need Families encourages parents to communicate with each other in order to avoid further trauma and the overwhelming sense of loss that by virtue of separation exists.

It is sad, but none the less a fact that each day families are torn apart and one or both parents find themselves in need of support and assistance to navigate the problematic court system and the enigmatic world of network professionals.

Children Need Families offers individuals that support and assistance in the wake of divorce and separation, guiding the individuals through the minefield of Solicitors, court forms and ever changing laws.

The service aims to provide practical help, advice and if required, assistance at court to help maintain our delicate and precious relationships with our children.

By raising awareness of the current social problems facing families and stimulating public opinion, we can make a difference; help us to help you - please make a donation today.  Go to the pay now button and follow the paying instructions.