Cyfle Cymru Case Studies

Cameron has been engaging with programmes run by Cyfle Cymru partner WCADA for around two years, and especially enjoys music and walking. [.....]

After struggling with substance misuse for many years, I made the decision to attend a rehabilitation centre in Bangor. [.....]

When I first came to Cyfle Cymru, I had no confidence at all – but since I started taking part in the training courses on offer I have overcome this. [.....]

Lacking in confidence and with several barriers which prevented him from finding work, Brynley came to Cyfle Cymru after hearing about the service from the Local Job Centre Plus in Newport. [.....]

Neil has been in recovery from substance misuse for more than two years, and has spent time volunteering at Hafan Wen and Champions’ House. [.....]

I have suffered with alcohol addiction since my late teens, which eventually lead to mental health issues and self-harming. [.....]

In 2016, I was arrested after assaulting three people while under the influence of drugs and alcohol.  One of them was a policeman.  It wasn’t my finest moment. [.....]

Emma is a homemaker and mother of three, and has brought up her children as a single mum for the last 12 years. During this time, she has undertaken some temporary work – but has also suffered from depression, though this has not stopped her from running the home and organising her children’s daily activities. [.....]

After struggling with alcohol addiction for many years and following two failed in-patient detoxes, I had nearly given up hope of overcoming my addiction. [.....]

Christine took early retirement after 15 years working the care industry – but is about to start a new voluntary post because she wants to freshen up her skills and get back into work. [.....]