Teenagers to benefit from new programme

An exciting new programme, which will support young people in Ayrshire and Lanarkshire with additional needs, is soon to be launched by Sense Scotland.

STRIDE (Supporting Transition Resilience Independence Development and Empowerment) will focus on providing fun group activities for those transitioning from school to adult life.

The programme will build self-esteem, self-confidence, independence and to empower young people to have a say in decisions about their lives as they grow into adults.

Through weekly sessions with Activity Workers and volunteers, young people will be supported to understand the emotional, physical and environmental changes they’re experiencing as well as gaining more autonomy over their lives.

Our Development Officer said: “Moving on from school to adult life is a huge process in any young person’s life, especially so for the young people we support.

“Sense Scotland have a unique understanding of people-centred, individualised communications support that always prioritises the potential and the possible, at every stage of a person’s life when this is needed.

“STRIDE will provide young people and their families with support during their transition planning phase and help the young person to formulate and share ideas about their future, empowering them to reach their potential. Sessions will be fun, engaging and sociable, with the opportunity to work towards ASDAN awards also on offer.

“If your family is at this stage please get in touch, we’d love to see what we can do for you.”

In Lanarkshire STRIDE activities are funded by The Robertson Trust, whilst BBC Children in Need support the programme in Ayrshire. Sense Scotland also contributes through income fundraised by supporters. Members’ weekly contributions and fundraising activities will add to the funding of the programme.

To find out more please see our information leaflet or email: stride@sensescotland.org.uk.