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Thank You for Helping to Secure the Future of The Polygon Centre
12th November 2026

Thank You for Helping to Secure the Future of The Polygon Centre

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who supported our Crowdfunder, the roof replacement work at The Polygon Centre in Alfreton is now complete! Earlier this…Read more

National Mentoring Day: The Difference a Trusted Relationship Can Make
27th October 2026

National Mentoring Day: The Difference a Trusted Relationship Can Make

27th October 2026 is National Mentoring Day, an opportunity to recognise the difference that mentoring can make in a young person’s life. Sometimes, having someone…Read more

New OUTLET by Lighthouse Officially Opens in Matlock
23rd October 2026

New OUTLET by Lighthouse Officially Opens in Matlock

We are delighted to announce the official opening of OUTLET by Lighthouse in Matlock, Derbyshire, bringing a fresh approach to affordable, pre-loved fashion. The new…Read more

Harvest: Taking a Moment to Say Thank You
21st October 2026

Harvest: Taking a Moment to Say Thank You

Bread has long been a symbol of Harvest, reminding us of the food we eat and the people whose hard work make it possible. In…Read more

Team Valley CiDS Takes on the Inflatable 5K
21st September 2026

Team Valley CiDS Takes on the Inflatable 5K

15 giant inflatable obstacles, 5K of bouncing, climbing, sliding and scrambling, and plenty of laughs along the way! On Saturday 12 September, Team Valley CiDS…Read more

Youth Mental Health Day: Supporting Young People to Build A Positive Future
18th September 2026

Youth Mental Health Day: Supporting Young People to Build A Positive Future

Youth Mental Health Day on 18 September provides an opportunity to shine a light on the pressures facing young people and how we can support…Read more

Valley CIDS Stories

maxs-story

Max’s Story

“I have been in contact with Blend for about 3 years.  I enjoy the endless chats, the help whenever you need it, the cooking and the stuff they plan week

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robs-story

Rob’s Story

Rob* was referred to our Alternative Education programme at the start of Y10, at which time he was experiencing social problems with local gangs, experimenting quite heavily with drugs and

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Ben’s Story

See Ben's journey of how his life has been transformed, through firstly the opportunity to volunteer at one of Valley CiDS Lighthouse charity shops and then gaining employment at Turner

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Lauren’s Story

Karen and I went to Blend in the middle of June where I met Donna Molyneaux. She mentioned about doing my Maths and English, and also mentioned about a two

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Mouni’s story

The Hucknall Lighthouse shop has become like family to one volunteer.

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Shannon’s Story

Find out more about the work of Blend Youth Project in providing young people with support and opportunities by watching Shannon’s Story. We're so proud of all Shannon has achieved!

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