About Us
About us
We are a Morpeth basedl charity operating in Northumberland established in 2002.
"Our Vision is a community that enables young people to thrive."
Our statement of purpose is we exist to encourage and enable disadvantaged young people to reach their full potential; and become independent and valued members of the community.
To do this: We Encourage, We Enable, We Support, We Listen, We Accommodate
Community Impact Statement: Barnabas Safe & Sound benefits the community by:
- Preventing youth homelessness and promoting independence
- Safeguarding young people
- Improving individual and community safety
- Increasing young peoples economic prospects
- Improving young peoples employment prospects
- Improving health & wellbeing
- Increasing the participation of young people in their community
Our Projects include:
- More than a roof - Supported Accommodation for 16-25 year olds who are leaving care or are in housing crisis
- Safe Space - Crash Pad - Emergency Accommodation for young people
- Less is More - Independent Living Skills
- Youth Development - Detached Youthwork, Monday night youth session (in partnership with Northumberland Youth Service)
- Safe & Sound Adventure - Morpeth Bouldering Wall
- Volunteering
We recognise that facilities for young people are limited. We have raised funds to purchase and develop a Youth Support & Activity Centre in Morpeth. We are committed to raising the funds required to improve and develop the centre to provide the best facilities for young people.
