About Us
How We Work
We see the potential in everyone. Based at four residential centres in Surrey, Kent, Wiltshire and Devon, we offer a supported housing environment that is a little bit different. Not just training and support to address specific personal issues but new experiences and opportunities that raise aspiration and challenge young people to take responsibility for their lives and move forward positively.
Based around our model of ‘dreams and desires’ we provide each individual with a bespoke, practical programme of activities that builds their skills and qualifications, develops their resilience and purpose, improves their confidence and wellbeing and focuses firmly on their strengths and interests. Ultimately, our aim is to help as many young people as possible move on to sustainable work, a secure home and a fulfilling future.
Young people who come to Amber are aged from 16 to 30 and they share their home with a community of around 30 others. The average stay is 6 to 12 months but there is no fixed limit. We have clearly enforced rules and a tight structure to the week at Amber but it is a fun and caring place to be – a temporary home that offers young people what they really need; time, space, support and encouragement.
What Our Programme Includes
We work in small teams and focus on four key areas – accommodation; employment; health and wellbeing; fun and participation. Based around a core weekly timetable, our staff deliver or facilitate a programme of training and activities that includes:
- Practical life skills such as cooking , cleaning, tenancy and financial management
- Team working, peer support, core educational skills and communications
- Creative projects involving art, crafts, music, film and drama
- Giving back, community engagement and volunteering
- Work experience, CV writing and mock interviews
More than anything, Amber is like an extended family – and we’re always there.