“We have referred a number of young people over the last three years and have been impressed by Amber's willingness to look sympathetically at referrals for a range of young people. On almost all occasions a placement has been offered and Amber staff have done everything to enable young people to be successful when placed. Indeed the successes with some particularly challenging young people has been remarkable.”
- Ben Byrne, Head of Youth Justice, Surrey Youth Justice Service(YOT)
In a number of ways Amber is different from any other organisation working with disadvantaged young people: Amber is comprehensive:
- our approach is based on helping the individual, not on just tackling specific issues such as unemployment, offending or homelessness. So, young people find everything they need to turn their lives around under one roof.
- Amber is progressive: our programme is structured to help young people overcome each of the obstacles that stand between them and a better life.
- Amber is hands-on: we offer a seamless route from a chaotic lifestyle to one of sustainable independence and we’re with them every step of the way providing active support and practical training.
- Amber is unlimited: our residential programme gives every young person the time, encouragement and space they need to find their way forward.
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