VOLUNTEERS WITH experience of substance misuse and mental health issues are celebrating their recoveries by helping to make Bangor more beautiful this summer. The team, from the EU-funded Cyfle Cymru project, have cleaned graffiti and unwanted posters from vacant shops in the High Street and begun to clear the city centre’s landmark Bible Gardens of leaves, litter and weeds. Backed by Bangor Business [.....]
Articles by: DACW
Adult Learners’ Week successes marked with presentations
CYFLE CYMRU marked Adult Learners’ Week by celebrating the success of our volunteers and peer mentors. Certificates were presented to members of the North Wales team at a training day in Bodelwyddan, marking their progress through the Cyfle Cymru Peer Mentoring Academy. The academy scheme – which seeks to recognise the professional development of peer mentoring skills – rewards commitment to outreach, [.....]
Andy: “leading gardening and walking sessions…”
Andy has completed a number of courses since he joined Cyfle Cymru – and now holds food hygiene, health and safety, and asbestos awareness qualifications. [.....]
Shelley: “hoping to build self-esteem…”
Shelley was referred to Cyfle Cymru because she hopes to build self-esteem on the road to employment. [.....]
Cameron: “Committed to his recovery journey…”
Cameron has been engaging with programmes run by Cyfle Cymru partner WCADA for around two years, and especially enjoys music and walking. [.....]
Rich: “I cannot believe how far I am progressing…”
After struggling with substance misuse for many years, I made the decision to attend a rehabilitation centre in Bangor. [.....]
Natalie: “I now have more confidence than I have ever had…”
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. [.....]
Cyfle Cymru volunteers walk with the animals
VOLUNTEERS FROM a Wales-wide recovery and employability programme are picking up a fresh insight into the Secret Life of the Chester Zoo as part of a new tie-up with the major attraction. Keilie Wycherley is one of a group who are giving their own time to help thousands of daytrippers enjoy their visit, enhance the zoo’s conservation efforts, and develop their own skills. She is a participant in the Cyfle Cymru [.....]
Brynley: “enjoying his new role and developing even further…”
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: “Eternally grateful for the help and support…”
Neil has been in recovery from substance misuse for more than two years, and has spent time volunteering at Hafan Wen and Champions’ House. [.....]
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