We are here for you.

I know someone who needs help.

If you are a professional supporting a child or family who would benefit from practical assistance, we’re here to work with you. AberNecessities accepts referrals from health visitors, social workers, teachers, GPs and other trusted professionals across Aberdeen city and shire.

Please use the link below to submit an online referral on their behalf.

Please note that a confirmation email will be sent once your online referral has been successfully submitted.

If urgent support is required — including emergency provision of formula milk or nappies, or assistance for a family experiencing domestic abuse — please contact our office immediately on 01224 784000.

If you are requesting items for use within an organisation (for example, a school project, community hub or maternity ward), please use the online form below.

This form should not be used to request support for multiple named families. A separate referral form must be completed for each individual family.

We kindly ask that you do not request progress updates on submitted referrals. Our small team is managing a high volume of applications and is working carefully to respond to every family in need.

All referrals are fulfilled as soon as possible; however, please allow up to two weeks for processing.

If you are a professional applying on behalf of a family and have a question about the support we provide or our referral process, please use the link below to contact our team — we’ll be pleased to assist.

Thank you for the care and dedication you show to families across our city and shire.

While we provide the practical essentials, we know it is your guidance, advocacy and daily support that truly holds families together. We’re grateful to work alongside you — and for the trust you place in us to support the children and families you care for.