“Hazel’s” Story

“I’m not too sure why I came to FOCUS. But I’m really glad I did.” “I found out about FOCUS from my mum, who saw a post about their Summer Scheme on Facebook. Before FOCUS, I didn’t like going out, and didn’t have many friends because I was bullied at school. I’m not too sure…

“Kay’s” Story

“I think it’s hard to put into words how amazing FOCUS is; you have to see for yourself.” “My mum found out about FOCUS through work and told my dad, who then signed me up. I was absolutely terrified, because I don’t like meeting new people. I was supposed to start a week earlier but…

Stephen’s Story

Stephen is presently one of our most dedicated and long-standing adult volunteers. We sat down earlier this year to talk about his journey with FOCUS – from young beneficiary to volunteer today supporting other young people. “Before coming to FOCUS I hadn’t left the house. I struggled in college and school with bullying. I couldn’t…