Our 'Facing the Future' project recruits, trains and supports volunteers to have the skills, knowledge and confidence to provide vital support to young people who find themselves in mental health crisis and who have nowhere else to turn.
Increasingly, we are meeting young people who are experiencing high levels of anxiety, depression and other conditions that often lead to self-harm, withdrawal from society, suicidal thoughts, and other behaviours. They often struggle to find the support they need.
The trusting relationships they develop with our volunteers can prevent these situations from becoming entrenched or chronic and help them to recover and to lead more fulfilling lives.