We are raising funds for Amelia Trust Farm which is more than just a Farm. It is a lifeline for hard-to-reach teenagers; it provides hope, healing and a fresh start for more than 50 volunteers and a place where people find belonging; it is where learning comes to life and nature thrives.
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Mental health problems in children (affecting 1 in 5) include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. For the individual child, this can mean intense sadness, excessive worry and withdrawal from family and friends often leading to a decline in school performance, refusal to attend or exclusion. For the wider community, childhood mental health problems can manifest in rising economic inactivity among young adults and a cycle of poverty.
The calming presence of the animals and open, green spaces at Amelia Trust Farm help to reduce anxiety and stress so the children/young people feel more comfortable to interact with staff and develop the behavioural, emotional and social skills required for learning. The nurturing environment coupled with a proven structure of varied activities enables the young people to re-engage with education, gain qualifications and move into training, college or employment.
