Kara is 17 years old, this is her story. “Where I live is pretty hectic: there’s mum, my stepdad and me. Then there’s my siblings, half siblings and step siblings. I suppose we are quite a complicated family. There’s never
Kara’s Story
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
For Mental Health Awareness Week 13th-19th May 2024 The Door’s CEO Victoria writes… At The Door, we see daily how the competing priorities and pressures of daily life are impacting the well-being of those we support and know just how
Kelly’s Story
Hi I’m Kelly I’m 16 and I go to youth club at The Door. This is my story so far: It’s rubbish when you feel like no one is listening. That’s how I felt last year, at home, school and
Volunteers needed in the Cotswolds
Local Charity Seeks Volunteer Mentors – Cirencester and South Cotswolds The Door Reg Charity 1131919 is looking for new members of it’s volunteer team. Full training given – courses start in April Volunteering as a mentor can be incredibly rewarding
Nicki’s Story
Nicki’s Story “I was a challenging child – the one that took risks and in hindsight made some pretty terrible decisions. There were nights lost to drink, drugs and other misadventures. I fell out with my parents all the time
Joe’s Story
Joe’s story is told by his volunteer mentor Dean Joe is a fairly typical 16-year-old – a bit grumpy, passionate, always hungry and trying to find his way in the world. When we first met he was angry, frustrated and
Toby’s Story – Christmas Challenge 2023
Double your donation this Christmas by supporting The Christmas Challenge Click /Tap here to donate and help young people like Toby. Toby’s Story Hi I’m Toby, I’m 18 and I’m from Stroud. I’ve always been a bit anxious, worrying about
Sophie’s Story – Christmas Challenge 2023
Hi I’m Sophie, I’m 19 and I live in Stroud with my mum and my two sisters. I’ve struggled with my mental health for as long as I can remember. What with my parent’s divorce, and mum struggling to get
Sign up now to volunteer!
Being a trusted adult for a young person can be life-changing, both for the young person and the trusted adult. This is especially true for those at The Door, a local charity that trains and supports volunteers to become mentors
Volunteer as a Mentor This Summer
Get trained now to support young people and parents this summer The Door needs you! Local youth and families charity, The Door is looking for volunteers to sign up and become mentors this summer. Mentors support a young person or
