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Early Life

A family bank for Stockport

Early Life (formerly Early Essentials Stockport) is part of the Life Centre’s outreach ministry, partnering with health and social care professionals to support vulnerable families across Stockport.

Founded nearly ten years ago by two mothers from Ivy Church, Early Essentials Stockport was established by Alison Gater and has grown with the support of SMBC grant funding for preventative projects addressing the needs of vulnerable families.

We provide essential baby and family items including clothing, nappies, toiletries and equipment to families in need.

Early Life baby and family items
Early Life donations and supplies
Early Life volunteers

Make a Referral

Social and health care professionals can refer families to Early Life. If you are a health visitor, midwife or other professional and would like to make a referral, please get in touch using the contact details below.

How You Can Help

Donate Items

Drop off baby and family items at the Life Centre during opening hours.

Volunteer

We’re always looking for volunteers to help sort, organise and distribute items. Get in touch if you’d like to get involved.

Get in Touch