Testamonials
Comments From Our Young People
"The staff were very caring and friendly and helped me out."
"I worked with Geraldine doing therapy..She helped me get through some difficult situations and helped me feel better about myself."
"When I had problems and couldn't cope I went to (named staff) and they would sort them out with me. We put a plan of action together."
"I've been shifted from place to place and the best place I've lived is Future In Mind."
"If I was a social worker and needed placement for young people I would refer them to Future In Mind."
"It's not often I praise people but Norma and Geraldine need a reward and a pat on the back for all the work they've done."
"When I moved from (Future In Mind) and moved into my own flat I had support from staff. They would come round and see how I was coping living in my flat."
"(Future In Mind) was a very nice environment. I would love to go back there any day. If I had the choice."
"Thank you for helping me to settle in so well.... I'm really grateful."
"I just want to say a very big thanks for all your help and support. I do appreciate it."
Extracts From Letters From Parents/Carers
"We wanted to write to express our sincere thanks for all your support and help with (named young person)."
"We do appreciate that you continued to hang on in there through all the difficulties and that your commitment was consistent."
"Life with (named young person) is a precarious process, which led to many other organisations having no alternative but to end placements, so we are grateful that you did manage to find ways through the tough times and maintain her placement."
"To all the staff, who by working closely as a team, do help make a difference to the lives of very troubled youngsters, sincere thanks."
Comments From Social Workers
"From the outset I was impressed by their demonstration of their commitment to this child over and above my greatest expectations."
"Due to the care and support she received she was able to flourish and make significant progress in all areas."
"Staff are open to suggestion and happy to discuss ways forward if any difficulties arise. Use of e-mail and regular telephone calls aids communication."
"It is to the credit of Future In Mind that they continue to help and support this child who is now living independently in the community without any financial reward."
"I would have no reservations whatsoever in recommending Future In Mind to other professionals."