Our Impact

Every year, we deliver over 1,000 hours of counselling, and support hundreds of young people.

Here are just a few of the things young people have said about our how our support has helped them:

“I’ve been able to talk openly and honestly about what’s happened to me without fear of judgement and I’ve been equipped with techniques to help me cope when I am triggered.”
“I would recommend this to anyone, I feel this is the best experience and cannot thank those at YES enough for all their support, I don’t know what I would have done without them.”
“The experience is very welcoming as well as the staff, I felt understood and grateful that I’ve been able to communicate my feelings towards people who listen.”

Case Study (Steve, 16)

Steve was a victim of a turbulent and volatile home life; he ran away from the family home aged 16. His father was an alcoholic and his mother’s mental health was deteriorating. A drug user, he regularly got into trouble with the Police. After sofa surfing for several months, Steve found himself homeless.

He was housed temporarily in an unsuitable B & B, where he became vulnerable to drug dealers. At his lowest ebb, Steve called into YES and spoke to one of our volunteers. She was able to put a package of care around Steve, involving other professionals and agencies.

Over the next few weeks, Steve was placed in high support accommodation, was able to claim the benefits he was entitled to and reduce his debts, accessed sexual health advice and treatment, began counselling sessions, accessed support from a local drug agency, was allocated an advocate who worked with him on the issue of exploitation and healthy relationships. Finally, he signed up to a range of free, educational and vocational courses. 

Steve reports significant improvements in his social health and wellbeing. He feels more confident, less stressed and depressed which is leading to improved relationships and generally enjoying life more. 

Through the holistic, multi-pronged approach that YES provides for young people, Steve:

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