For many reasons, it is not always appropriate to use real names, faces and stories. The stories below are illustrations of real-life work Trelya has done, with changes to names and some details to protect the privacy of young people with whom we continue to work.
Ben’s Story
When Ben first joined Skylar, his Mum was navigating significant challenges to her own overall physical and emotional wellbeing. Ben was displaying behaviours which indicated he was also struggling. When…
Lewis’ Story
I‘m Lewis and I’m 19. I first knew about Trelya when I was about 11 and I met some youth workers who work there. They were down the Rec playing…
Jennie’s Story – A Youth Worker at Trelya
We do run some very regular sessions such as Swimming, Football, Youth Cafe and Drop ins but even these can be different every time. It is very important that we…
Cha’s Story
No way was I going to a youth club, they were for kids. My younger sister went to one and I didn’t want to spend any more time with her…
Julia’s Story
I moved to Treneere with my Mum and three brothers when I was 12. It was the fourth time we had moved house and I hated it and felt really…