Voices from the frontline
The people we work with come from all different backgrounds, situations and ages. Our approach is not one-size-fits-all. We work with each person as an individual, helping them realise their future goals. Read the stories of some of them here.
Nicola’s story
Nicola*, 39, from Scarborough, came to St Giles after facing eviction due to financial difficulties and getting caught […]
Read storyStacey’s story
This story is part of the Peer Power series – a photographic collaboration between professional photographer Jeff Hubbard […]
Read storyLaura’s story
Before I came to Wonder Plus, my life was very different. For many years, I was exposed to […]
Read storyValerie’s story
At the time she came into contact with St Giles, she was attending sessions at her local youth […]
Read storyDarren’s Story
At that time, he was volunteering and had some physical disabilities which were affecting his levels of confidence […]
Read storyTommy’s story
The St Giles caseworker headed off to collect Tommy and bring him safely back to his care placement. […]
Read storyPeter’s story
The only person Peter will confide in is his St Giles caseworker, with whom he had previously been […]
Read storyClair’s story
COVID 19 came out of the blue for me. I had no time to sort out anything as […]
Read storyCharlotte’s story
Charlotte is also a volunteer for Wonder Plus and here’s what she says about her journey. I wanted […]
Read storyJack’s story
When St Giles first met him, 20 year old Jack* had been the victim of a serious assault […]
Read storyHarry’s story
Harry* is at college studying engineering and pursuing a career just like any other 16 year old. However, […]
Read storyTheo’s story
15 year old Theo is celebrating taking part in his first ever professional boxing match – a huge […]
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