We are now taking referrals
We no longer accept self-referrals.
To receive help you will need a professional referral.
Ask your midwife, social worker, health visitor, nursery, Church leader, school teacher or support group to fill in this form for you. Any professional can make this referral for you
2) We no longer provide clothes or shoes
3) Collection days have changed to Tuesdays and Fridays at Pollards Hill Baptists Church
4) We invite families in for a 30 minute appointment to sit with our friendly team to discuss additional needs, we are no longer just about the provisions and will support families with signposting and further support in partnership with Family Hubs Merton.
Get the support you and your children need, free of charge
If you need something and we can help, we will.
Examples of supplies Growbaby might have
The specific supplies on offer will depend on Merton Growbaby stock, but let us know if you have a specific need and we’ll see if we can help out.
- Baby toys and books
- Pushchairs and prams
- Feeding equipment
- Nappies and wipes
- Baby toiletries
Other advice and support services
Debt advice
Free, impartial expert debt advice is available by calling the National Debt Line on 0808 808 4000
Domestic violence
Drop in at Wilson Wellbeing, Wilson Hospital, Cranmer Road Mitcham CR4 4TP, Tuesdays 10 am to noon. Or call the Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
Wilson Wellbeing also offers many activities for parents and young children, including a clothes bank and an after-school lego club. www.wilsonwellbeing.com/whats-on.html
Mental health
Merton Talking Therapies Free therapies for people aged 18+ experiencing anxiety and depression. Call 0203 5135 888
Housing related issues
The South West London Law Centre offers a free legal advice helpline for housing issues. Call 0800 640 4254 on Thursdays 10 am – 12.30.
Support for families with young children
Merton Home Start offers support for parents with money issues, mental health problems, disabilities and isolation. Support is free, confidential and non-judgemental. Call 0208 646 6044.
Free fresh food services
Merton Community Fridge offers fresh food donated by supermarkets and local residents. You do not need to obtain a voucher. Address: Morden Baptist Church, Crown Lane, SM4 5BL. Opening times: Mondays 4.30 – 5.30 pm, Wednesdays 4.30 – 5.30 pm.