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Myra & Mia’s Story

Myra and Mia were referred to Welcare via Lambeth’s domestic violence service after domestic abuse towards Myra by Mia’s father. Welcare programmes for Myra (Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities) and Mia (MySpace) helped them both to come to terms with the abuse and their feelings.

MySpace

Louise & Ada’s story

Louise and daughter Ada* were recommended to Welcare by a play therapist in Ada’s school. 5-year-old Ada’s father had been violent and emotionally abusive towards Louise, and antagonism between the two was affecting Ada.

Financial Support / MySpace

Sam’s Story

We know what a difference a positive male role model can make to the lives of children. However 8 year old Sam, living with his grandmother and sister, felt that he had no one special in his life he could turn to.

Financial Support / MySpace

Charlotte’s Story

Children’s Services referred mum Charlotte to us when she was struggling with her son Alfie’s challenging behaviour. This included extreme tantrums which would last for hours until Charlotte gave in to what he wanted.

Financial Support / MySpace / Under 5s

Bethany’s Story

Bethany was referred to Welcare having witnessed domestic violence towards her mother perpetrated by Bethany’s father.

Domestic Abuse / MySpace

Carly’s Story

Carly, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, was referred to Welcare with her overwhelmed mum - struggling with 5 sleep deprived children in temporary housing.

MySpace

Zack’s Story

When 8 year old Zack’s mum Anne was diagnosed with breast cancer, their life was turned upside-down. Welcare matched Zack with a mentor while Anne underwent treatment.

Domestic Abuse / Financial Support / MySpace

Euan’s Story

Kayleigh and her son Euan (22 months) were referred to Welcare by their health visitor. Kayleigh was a young mum experiencing a range of physical and mental health difficulties, struggling to meet Euan's needs.

Financial Support / MySpace / Under 5s

Eva’s Story

Eva came to us aged nine years old from a volatile, unstable background. Her mother had moved the family away to a new area so they could start a new life for themselves.

Financial Support / MySpace

Hayley’s story

Single mum Hayley originally referred her son to us for a MySpace course but it soon became evident that she needed extra support to cope with lockdown and anxieties around Covid-19.

Covid-19 / MySpace / Under 5s

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