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GROW – Kerry’s story

I was living in refuge accommodation in 2016 with my newborn son after fleeing an abusive relationship. Up until this point I had completed A levels at school but hadn’t had a permanent meaningful job. I took on various admin roles through agencies whilst I looked for something more permeant. I came across the role

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Apprenticeship Q&A – Kieran’s story

Why did you apply to be an apprentice? I wanted to become an apprentice as it was a way for me to get hands on experience onsite, whilst also getting the time in the classroom to fully understand all aspects of being an electrician. As opposed to going university where you just don’t get as

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Apprenticeship Q&A – Rizwana’s story

How long have you been with Riverside? I have been with Riverside at Laurel Court for over 7 years. Laurel Court is a supported living service for adults with learning disabilities and autism. Over the years I have built up my confidence in my role and showed great willing towards my learning and development. Tell

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Apprenticeship Q&A – Joshua’s journey

We spoke to you last year as you were just starting your apprenticeship – how has it been going? Better than expected. I have completed 90% of the course and all exams 11 months ahead of schedule with just a few modules remaining. This of course is not only down to my dedication to the

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Engage Leeds toy appeal

Our team at Engage Leeds have been working hard to make sure families and children don’t go without this Christmas. In the east of the city, knowing there were many local children who’d have a Christmas without presents, Volunteer Co-ordinator Liz sought support of staff from Marks &Spencer Leeds. Liz felt it was important that

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Rough Sleeper Accommodation Project is changing lives

“I’ve been given a new life. I’m so thankful to have support in place and someone to talk to.” Mr Cheung was referred to our service due to rough sleeping and sleeping on emergency beds. He had been working in Nottingham and in Hull with a Chinese takeaway and had accommodation through them. Ever since

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Severe Weather Emergency Provision vital to those out on the streets

As winter fast approaches, Matt one of our Rough Sleeper Support Service coordinators in Wakefield explains how vital the Severe Weather Emergency Provision is to those out on the streets.  We continue to offer anyone located rough sleeping in Wakefield an immediate offer of accommodation as we do throughout the year. One difference in winter

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“My faith is important to me. I love the peace, and comfort it brings me, in my personal and professional life”

It’s a funny subject faith, there is a funny dynamic between wanting to tell someone that you are a Christian and having that terrible British awkwardness where one does not discuss religion or politics in friendly company. That being said, my faith is very important to me. To the point where I am investigating whether

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