In support of Family Support Work. Family Support Work (FSW) is a registered charity that has been helping vulnerable children and families throughout Sussex since 1890. The origins of the charity lie in the Diocese of Chichester and although FSW is an independent charity their work is closely linked with the church and its work is motivated by the Christian faith. Family Support Work now include twenty qualified professional practitioners who work in local areas providing free support in a variety of ways and is open to all regardless of faith, race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexuality or disability.