Our Team
We listen, We care, We support.
Family Welfare is made up of a dedicated and experienced team who are committed to supporting individuals and families across the Wigan borough.
Our team brings together a wide range of skills, knowledge and experience across counselling, advocacy and community support, all working towards the same goal, providing safe, professional and accessible support to those who need it most.
Our Leadership Team
Stuart Parsons
Stuart has been Chief Executive Officer of Family Welfare since 1999. He is a registered social worker and senior accredited counsellor with the BACP.
With extensive experience across advocacy and counselling, Stuart has played a key role in developing Family Welfare from a small service supporting around 400 people, to an organisation now supporting over 2,400 individuals each year.
Under his leadership, Family Welfare has become a BACP accredited service and a well-respected organisation within the local community.
Daniel Perks
Operations Manager
Daniel joined Family Welfare as Operations Manager in August 2021, bringing over 17 years’ experience across a wide range of sectors.
He is responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of services, overseeing staff development, training and operational processes.
Daniel is committed to maintaining high standards and supporting the continued growth and effectiveness of Family Welfare’s services.
Debbie Topping
Counselling Service Manager
Debbie joined Family Welfare in February 2023 as Counselling Services Manager. She is a qualified counsellor and EMDR therapist with over 15 years’ experience supporting a diverse range of clients.
An accredited member of the BACP, Debbie also holds a Master’s degree in clinical supervision and has managed a variety of third sector mental health services.
She is passionate about making counselling accessible to all and is dedicated to supporting both clients and counsellors within the service.
Join Our Team
If you’re interested in joining our team, we’re always keen to hear from individuals who share our values.
Please send your CV to admin@familywelfare.co.uk and we’ll keep your details on file.
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more about our services, or feel ready to take the next step, we’re here to help.
We listen. We care. We support.
Or if you’d prefer to speak to someone first:
Call us on 01942 867 888
