Welcome
The Crib works to build a better future for homeless families living in Oldham, Darnhill and Heywood.
We take a step-by-step approach to reducing the impact of poverty on health. We do this by providing health and wellbeing resources for young families in crisis who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
We can support you if you are pregnant or a family with at least one child in nappies.
Once referred in by a health professional or organisation, individuals and families can access this support.
Meet the Team
Impact and Feedback
Since August 2021, we have provided...*
437
Baby Hygiene Packs
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64
Safer Sleep Guidance and Support
363
Family Packs
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51
Clothing Packs
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162
Baby Formula Packs
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77
Dental Packs
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103
Sanitary Wear Packs
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38
Delivery Packs
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* please note, we began recording dental packs & sanitary wear provisions in December 2022
In 2024, we provided...*
66
Baby Hygiene Packs
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25
Safer Sleep Guidance and Moses Baskets or Cots
10
Baby Gates
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3
Delivery Packs
​
44
Family Packs
​
17
Laundry Facilities
​
7
Condom Packs
​
3
Microwave Steriliser
​
36
Vitamins for baby
​
16
Baby Formula Packs
​
5
Clothing Packs
​
266
Total number of
packages
31
Dental Packs
​
11
Sanitary Wear Packs
​
4
Prams/Buggies
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243
Total number of households supported
* please note, the data is from the second quarter of 2024
We receive such lovely feedback from professionals and service users which so perfectly pinpoints why The Crib is important to the community and how it embodies the holistic model of care for families in crisis.
"This is a fantastic service for the Oldham area, and much needed. I would class this service as invaluable."
