Celebrating 100 years
Championing the voices and needs of single parent families since 1918
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Where next on Universal Credit?
We spoke to single parents to find out about their experience of Universal Credit. Read our recommendations to improve the service.
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Information
Splitting up
Support for your child
However your child responds to family changes, support is out there.
Support for you
How you can look after yourself after separation.
Money
Benefit calculators
Find out what benefits you’re entitled to.
Child maintenance
How to arrange child maintenance and get the right calculation.
Universal credit
What the new benefit system means for you.
Working
Starting work
Tips and support for getting into employment
Changing your hours, job or pay
How you and your family might be affected by changes at work.
Fundraise for Gingerbread
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Speak to other single parents
Become a member
Membership is free brings lots of great benefits, including a monthly newsletter, offers and discounts, and opportunities to meet new people – all tailored to single mums and dads.
Sign up for free membershipChat on our forum
Our forum is a safe and supportive online space just for our single parent members. Speak to people who understand or browse for tips to overcome common challenges.
Start a conversationJoin a group
We have Gingerbread groups around the country, where you can meet other single parents for support, friendship and local activities.
Find your nearest group