the hope project

“Having worked in the world of education for 21 years, I saw first hand the difficulties that young people experience in terms of their mental health. Moving through the stages from being a child, through to the teenage years and then progressing to adulthood can be extremely challenging internally. Add to this external pressures, uncontrollable issues and incidents, and the huge impact that Covid had on child development and socialisation; and the need for care, support, advice and guidance is vital. All this at a time where funding for child and adolescent mental health services is scarce, and has led to a significant reduction in the services available.

 

The guys at ‘Bridge the Gap Child Mental Health C.I.C’ are fully committed to supporting the children, parents and teachers in the city of Derby and in the wider area. Through work with all of these stakeholders, their drive and determination to improve mental health is incredibly impressive. Working both proactively and reactively, the team’s support is wide ranging; whether it be quality training for schools, work on emotional literacy with children and families or delivering sessions for individuals or small groups.

 

When I heard about the important work that ‘Bridge The Gap’ are doing in the local and wider community, I knew that I wanted to donate, both financially and personally. I truly believe in the power of the work that they are delivering and feel it is vital that services such as these are supported; empowering young people especially to develop a greater understanding of their mental health and become more emotionally literate as they take their places in society. The work being done within ‘Bridge The Gap’ is invaluable.

 

I would recommend, to anyone who can, to go and see the impact that ‘Bridge The Gap’ can have on children, young people and families’ lives. I applaud their commitment and resilience, and urge people to support the growth of this service if possible.”