Supporting mom with an under 1
Samerina had a 6-month-old baby who wasn’t sleeping. She was suffering with some mental health issues and was socially isolated and struggled to leave the house.
Forging friendships through fitness
When we first met, I was unhealthy physically and nutritionally. I was experiencing low self-esteem and felt isolated. My mood was low, and I felt lethargic and unhealthy.
From homelessness to stability
I was homeless and struggling with substance misuse when I approached European Welfare Association (EWA) services at YMCA. I was depressed and didn’t see the way out of the situation I found myself in. I needed a hot drink and some food, and I wanted to get off the streets and get to work.
Frank finds new friends
I’m Frank and I’m 90 years old. I find getting old really sad – one day you have a fulfilled life and gradually your world gets smaller and smaller, so do the people in it. So you feel unconfident, little tasks become big tasks. The things you used to do like read, take part in your hobbies become hard to do.
Paul’s story
Paul received support from our Independent Advocate as he navigated ongoing care proceedings to see if his daughter could be safely returned to his care.
Claire’s story
Claire was a victim of domestic violence and as a result has suffered a life changing condition resulting in her no longer having the same capacity to take care of herself and her family in the way she used to. This has led to the children being removed from her care temporarily.
Volunteering as a Digital Champion
When I joined the project, I was unemployed, with an I.T. background with outdated qualifications. At the time I was feeling fine, but occasionally would feel lonely as well.
Former NHS Worker volunteers in local charity
Pre COVID I worked in HR in the NHS, and after COVID I worked within the physio department, beginning to move into and support more in the clinical care side of things.
Breaking free from Domestic Violence and Abuse
Michelle felt totally stuck in a relationship with someone who was controlling her.
Rebuilding self-belief after bullying
Aisha was bullied and exploited by a friend (colleague at work) which caused her to lose confidence and lowered her trust in people “all round”.
Moving on after divorce
After separating from his second wife, Paul was experiencing severe anxiety and depression and was having suicidal thoughts.
Recovering from physical and emotional trauma
I have had great support from Ideal for All. I was not under no pressure to do anything. I have choices I can make now and decide for myself. People are coming back into my life.
