About Us

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of young people at Amber reported feeling more motivated and ready to take on more responsibilities.

hours of activity to support health, wellbeing and resilience delivered last year.

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could pay for the delivery of a workshop for a group of young people to help them build skills, confidence and resilience.

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.

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“I really think Amber is the only place which gives young people a real, proper start in life. Coming here has been the best thing to happen to me. Without it I really think I’d be dead.”

“I can’t praise the staff enough. They see the potential in everyone even those who walk through the door at their lowest.”

Amber was the catalyst for me. It enabled me to take control of my life again. If it hadn’t been for this place, I would never have thought about college or university.

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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.