Investing in the Next Generation
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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 to week. Blend has created an open space where you...
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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 alcohol, and becoming involved in football hooliganism. Rob’s behaviour was...
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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 Farm. Hear how this has given Ben confidence and shaped...
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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 day work experience. Andy (he was involved with the work...
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Mouni’s story
The Hucknall Lighthouse shop has become like family to one volunteer.