Delivering inspirational mentoring for Somerset’s most vulnerable, and disadvantaged young people
PROMISEworks is a local charity making a big difference in Somerset by offering mentoring services to disadvantaged children and young people across the county. Our mentoring services are aimed at young people between the ages of 5 and 25 who are experiencing difficulties at home or with education and training. Mentoring can fill many gaps in the lives of vulnerable or disadvantaged young people. It can establish a trusting, one-to-one relationship between them and their mentor. This sometimes becomes the only positive and stable adult influence in otherwise chaotic lives.
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West Somerset is a beautiful place to live. Stunning coastline, combined with breath-taking views across the moors and Quantocks makes for a visual treat.
However, it doesn't come without its challenges. Lower than the UK average wages, poor internet connectivity, social isolation, limited public transport and longer travelling times to pursue further education, compounded with an increase in childhood poverty, is the reality facing many rural families in West Somerset.
This is where volunteer mentors can make a difference✨ Connecting with a young person and enriching their lives. Visit our website to find out more and fill our our contact form to start your mentoring journey - promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
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West Somerset is a beautiful place to live. Stunning coastline, combined with breath-taking views across the moors and Quantocks makes for a visual treat.
However, it doesn't come without its challenges. Lower than the UK average wages, poor internet connectivity, social isolation, limited public transport and longer travelling times to pursue further education, compounded with an increase in childhood poverty, is the reality facing many rural families in West Somerset.
This is where volunteer mentors can make a difference✨ Connecting with a young person and enriching their lives. Visit our website to find out more and fill our our contact form to start your mentoring journey - promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
#promiseworks #charity #somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #VolunteerOpportunity #Volunteer #westsomerset #rural #connect ... See MoreSee Less
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Learning new skills, at any age is valuable and rewarding, as well as enhancing our mental health as set out in the NHS 5 steps. We offer 4 days of comprehensive training, to equip you in your mentoring journey📖✨
“Mentoring with PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 meant doing some serious learning - theory and practice - which was enjoyable, challenging and useful. Knowing that you are taking in high quality information prepared by people who care, really helped too.”
Contact us today and learn new skills at one of our next training courses💙 - promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #books #training #trainingcourse #Somerton #learn #newskills #NHS ... See MoreSee Less
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I did the training in 2007.... changed my life! Don't think just do it!
Continuing our exploration of the NHS 5 steps to enhancing mental health, today we will look at physical activity and a wonderful example from a mentor.
'My mentee asked if they could try climbing at a local centre. Despite the harnesses and climbing tutorial provided by instructors, I wasn't particularly keen on scaling the vertical drops. I watched my mentee and shouted encouragement upwards as they climbed higher and higher.
"Did you see me?" asked my mentee, after one daring ascent.
"Yes... I saw every move" I replied.
As my mentee beamed with pride, I was instantly reminded of how important it is for children and young people to simply 'be seen'... even if we're not really doing anything physical ourselves! ' 💙💛
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #climbing #mentoringmoments ... See MoreSee Less
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Did you know that tomorrow, 10th October, is World Mental Health day?💚
At PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 we understand the power of connection and how it can enhance our mental health and who better to advocate this, than our own amazing volunteer mentors.
‘Meeting young people with very different lives and life experience to me through mentoring has been enriching, hopeful, funny, and sad in turn. Reminding me of the wonderful variety of life, what diversity can mean, and how we could all do with some more of it.’
Start your own mentoring journey and contact us today at promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #mentalhealth #WorldMentalHealthDay #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #worldmentalhealth ... See MoreSee Less
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Introducing the PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴' Christmas Raffle! 🎁🎄
This festive season, we’re excited to give you the chance to win a one-of-a-kind, 4-storey, 10-room Handmade Doll’s House, that’s been lovingly crafted over five years from an off-the-shelf model into a breath-taking work of art. Every ticket you purchase will help support our Winter Hardship Fund, which makes a real difference in the lives of our mentees. ❄️
Some unique features including:
🍻 A cozy basement pub
🧙 A magical witch’s attic
🍽️ A freestanding kitchen with terracotta tiles
And so much more!
While we’re celebrating the magic of Christmas, it’s important to remember that winter is a tough time for many, especially with the rising cost of living. The PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 Winter Hardship Fund helps provide essentials like warm coats, emergency fuel, or even a sturdy pair of wellies—little things that can make a big difference.
🎟️ Raffle Details:
• Ticket Price: £10 per entry (no limit on entries)
• Purchase Deadline: November 30, 2024
• Prize Delivery: FREE delivery to the winner, just in time for Christmas! 🎅🏼
• Eligibility: Open to residents of mainland Great Britain aged 18+
⚠️ Please note: Due to very small parts, this Doll's House is not recommended for children under 14.
Enter today for your chance to win this unique gift in time for Christmas! Please visit promiseworks.org.uk/win-our-promiseworks-dolls-house-raffle-2024/ for your chance to win! Good luck!
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #HandmadeDollsHouse #SupportOurCause #WinterHardshipFund #ChristmasGiveaway #christmas #raffle #winter ... See MoreSee Less
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We would like to congratulate our trainee Mentors for completing their 4 day training at the charming Hankridge Arms in Taunton🎉🙌 The knowledge they will take away with them will be invaluable in order to take their first steps as a volunteer mentor.
Our next training is in Somerton and starts on November 22nd. Will you join us and start your mentoring journey? Fill in an application form today! promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
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NHS 5 steps to enhancing mental health, this week we shall explore making connections. A lovely moment to share from one of our amazing mentors✨
‘Trying their first ever bubble tea but picked odd flavours so wasn't keen! Coconut and blueberry bubbles! Then tried mango and passion fruit which was much better!’
Connecting is fundamental to our sense of belonging. Start your mentoring journey today and make your own connections. Visit promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/ to find out more.
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #connections #mentoringmoments #mentalhealth #NHS ... See MoreSee Less
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