This project will take the Home-Start service to the rural Wealden area of East Sussex. It will recruit and train volunteers who will offer information and a range of support services to families with at least one child under five. The volunteers aim to improve parenting skills of the beneficiaries by supporting parents and encouraging them to take up activities such as attending toddlers groups, health clinics, library clubs etc. In addition, volunteers will offer respite care and advice on parenting.