Service Details
Brief description:
LINK - East Fife Mental Health Adolescent Befriending Project aims to assist young people (12 - 18 year olds) build up their resilience, self esteem and confidence through the support of a consistent and reliable befriender. Our volunteers provide practical, social and emotional support and aim to help young people access social and community activities and resources which they may find difficult.
Organisation name:
LINK - East Fife Mental Health Adolescent Befriending Project
Type of break:
Befriending
Care needs catered for:
Mental Health
Ages catered for:
Children, Young People
How do people access your service:
All referrals to LINK must come from a statutory or voluntary sector worker.
Full service description:
Benefits of Befriending for Young People: Increased confidence, self esteem and self-worth Accessing local amenities and services Improved connections with peers, family and the wider community Increased resilience Improved life skills Moving on to a positive destination This all help to improve the young person's emotional wellbeing, enabling them to build meaningful relationships, make healthier choices and be able to feel that they belong and have a valuable contribution to make to society.
Organisation providing this information:
LINK
Quality Assurance Accreditation:
OSCR
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