Y.A.N.A. – You Are Not Alone

Y.A.N.A.’s aim was to help young people, aged 16 – 25 who are feeling isolated and lonely, make new connections in a fun and interactive way. It incorporated positive psychological practices, coping mechanisms, collaborative group activities in a bid to create long lasting social connections. 

Y.A.N.A. offered young people three different forms of support; bespoke one to one interventions, peer support groups; psychoeducational in nature and fun interactive group sessions.

It was designed to support young people to tackle loneliness through:

·        Learning about coping mechanisms

·        Making new friends

·        Immersing in fun social activities

·        Personalised wellbeing plans

·        Participating in workshops

We also offered a Train the Trainer programme for professionals and community leaders who then trained people in their own communities to increase resilience from loneliness.

Eligibility

·        Live in Hounslow, Ealing, or Hammersmith and Fulham

·        Be aged 16 – 25

Assets

Y.A.N.A. Leaflet

Y.A.N.A. Poster

Y.A.N.A. TTT Leaflet