The Door was contacted by Andrew’s primary school whilst he was in year 6. He had just been excluded from school for a violent outburst towards another student and they were concerned that his behaviour would worsen as he drew
Andrew’s Story
Helen’s Story
Helen first came to us after a chance meeting with a friend while out walking. Her son had disengaged from school. Home life was challenging, with him rarely leaving his bedroom and becoming increasingly withdrawn. We began supporting Helen via
Welcome Shelagh
It was a very warm welcome to Shelagh Goldie at the beginning of May as she took up the role of Mentoring Team Leader. Shelagh introduces herself: “I write this in my third week as the Mentoring Team leader, here
Volunteer Mentors Needed
At The Door we are always on the look out for people who want to give an hour or two each week to help a young person or parent who needs someone to talk to. Our award winning Mentoring Service
C’s Story
We have been working with C, a 21 year old young woman, who has been living on her own since leaving home at 15, through the work of her mentor she has learnt that to ask for help is not
Mrs B’s Story
We have been supporting Ms B since July 2013 and in that time have been able to offer her a listening ear but also practical help such as helping her son to find alternative accommodation and help her with parenting