Here at St. Peters its not just about giving them somewhere to go and something to do, its must have educational benefits also. This summer we provided a four week summer programme in July for the 9-13 yr olds. We provided a weekly theme that was related to their developmental needs and offered aesthetic, social and developmental programmes that improved life skills, communication, health and focused on the importance of positive relationships.
Educational Restart 2021 *Take 5
As we prepared to resume youth services it was imperative that we responded to the new and emerging needs of our young people in the aftermath of the covid restrictions. Many of our young people struggled with the isolation and many articulated that their mental health had been impacted. Together with our colleague in West Belfast we agreed to focus our work on positive mental health for the summer. From we reopened and began to engage young people again we have been able to provide complementary therapies, health days and personal mentoring and support for young people aged 13+ yrs. The feedback has been very positive and the young people have been fully engaged.
Staff Completed Accredited QPR Training
All staff and volunteers undertook QPR Training so that they are prepared for interventions with young people struggling with their mental health.
Circle of Courage Affiliated Centre
St. Peters Immaculata YC is now a branded Circle of Courage project.
