Soph’s story
There aren’t many young people who have a tattoo to remember the support they’ve received from us – but that’s exactly what one young […]
There aren’t many young people who have a tattoo to remember the support they’ve received from us – but that’s exactly what one young […]
🌟 From struggles to stability: Ali’s journey of resilience and transformation 🌟 Ali’s story is a powerful testament to the strength of the
When George* was 14, his life seemed normal until his mother struggled with mental health and his father left the family. Feeling abandoned, George
Sophie* had to leave her foster placement and had nowhere to go. After moving into the Y Centre, she was able to complete a
When her mental health took a turn, Chloe found a safe space with our support and advice service at our Youth Advice Centre in
Amanuel travelled to the UK from Ethiopia when he was just a teenager. He’s been living in our supported accommodation for a year and a half and with help from his Project Worker, he’s embraced everything about YMCA.
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