Social value.
Impact clarity.
CSR ready.
£650,000
in social value created in 2025/26
2.3 : 1
Social Return on Investment
Every £1 given to HSWL creates £2.30 of social value for families and society in West Lothian.
We use HM Treasury Green Book WELLBY scoring and ONS4 survey methodology to calculate Social Value and Social Return on Investment.
What families tell us
Self reported outcomes, before and after support.
Isolation and Loneliness Reduction
42% of parents feel less isolated since having support from HSWL
42%
Anxiety Reduction
24% of parents feel less anxious since having support from HSWL
24%
Mental Health Improvements
51% of parents reported being better able to manage their mental health since having support from HSWL
51%
Child Socialisation Improvements
34% of parents saw an increase in their child(ren)’s ability to socialise since having support from HSWL
34%
Increases in Healthy Eating Confidence
66% of parents saw an increase in their confidence in nutrition and healthy eating since having support from HSWL
66%
Increases in Child School Readiness
26% of relevant parents saw an increase in their child’s school readiness since having support from HSWL
26%
Increases in Overall Parenting Confidence
47% of parents saw an increase in their overall parenting confidence since having support from HSWL
47%
Our work in action
Rebuilding Confidence and Routine After Domestic Abuse
We received a referral from a concerned parent, worried about her daughter who is a young mum of twins. She had recently left a relationship marked by domestic violence and emotional abuse, an experience that left her isolated, emotionally depleted, and physically unwell. Living alone, she was also managing the effects of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), which made daily tasks, including caring for her twins and attending essential appointments, often feel overwhelming.
The challenge:
Between the trauma of leaving an abusive relationship, the physical toll of ME, and caring for twins largely on her own, she was isolated, exhausted, and too low in confidence to face a group on her own.
Support provided:
Weekly 1:1 befriending support for 12 months — emotional support, companionship and encouragement
Accompanied introduction to group sessions — Stay and Play, Yoga, and Wish for Wellness (where she picked up journaling, which she still uses today) — building the confidence to attend on her own
Practical, in-home support to build routines and structure
Budgeting advice and support with healthy eating and meal planning
Guidance on managing children's behaviour and positive parenting strategies
Outcomes:
Increased self-esteem and confidence
New friendships and a stronger connection to her community
Her children now benefit from regular group activities and socialisation
A structured, purposeful weekly routine for the whole family
Confidence managing money and preparing healthy meals
Now accesses local groups and facilities independently, and still journals to stay grounded
A year of consistent, compassionate support gave this family back their routine, their confidence, and their connection to the people around them.
What your support can deliver
Annual ongoing support can help us continue to add value to families and society in West Lothian.
1 to 1 Support for one family
Validated CSR-ready SROI: £9,154
£3,980
£10,650
Running costs of one Community Group
Validated CSR-ready SROI: £24,295
£25,000
Support us for a year
Validated CSR-ready SROI: £57,500
£50,000
Support us for a year
Validated CSR-ready SROI: £115,000