Recently, the Bridge Family Project team hosted a special Family Day at HMP Hewell, giving fathers the opportunity to spend meaningful, uninterrupted time with their children and loved ones. These Bridge Family Days differ from the standard family days run by the PACT team, as they are held specifically with men the Bridge Family Project…
đŁ An Eggâstra Special Spring Surprise at First Class Nursery! đŁ Weâve had a truly eggâceptional few weeks here at First Class Nursery as our little ones watched our chicks hatch right before their eyes! From placing the eggs carefully into the incubator to spotting the very first eggâciting cracks, the children have loved getting…
During the Easter holidays, our Youth Team delivered a series of Holiday Clubs across the county in partnership with H.A.F Worcestershire offering young people safe, welcoming spaces to stay active, connected and engaged. The sessions focused on building connection â bringing young people together to make friends, try new activities and feel part of a…
This month our nurseries have been filled with warmth, celebration, and heartfelt moments as special Motherâs Day afternoon teas were held at First Class Nursery, Kidderminster and Squirrels Nursery, Redditch. At First Class, families were welcomed into a cosy story-time before enjoying a beautifully arranged buffet featuring handmade pastries, sweet treats, and savoury bites â…
Our Housing & Support team have had a wonderfully busy start to the year, creating opportunities that build confidence, connection, and community spirit for our residents. This month, residents took on two brilliant adventures. First up was a group bike ride â complete with one resident learning to ride for the very first time. With…
Thanks to the NatWest Herefordshire & Worcestershire Commercial Team Last week, we were delighted to welcome a fantastic group from the NatWest Herefordshire & Worcestershire Commercial Team, who generously volunteered their time to give one of our corridors at Willow Trees Community Centre a muchâneeded refresh. Their hard work â and fresh coat of paint…
Residents and staff recently headed to Redditch Indoor Airsoft CQB for a highâenergy Staff vs Residents showdown â and it was an unforgettable night. Thanks to the incredible generosity of the team there, who gifted us the entire threeâhour session, everyone had the chance to suit up, team up, and burn off some serious energy….
Exciting improvements have been completed at First Class Nursery, Kidderminster, with recent maintenance work transforming outdoor recreational areas into brighter, smarter, and even more welcoming spaces for the children. Brad Wildgust from our dedicated maintenance team, installed the new fence with skill and care and Nursery Manager, Rebecca Newman, is delighted with the upgrade! These…
Thanks to a generous donation of 19 Laptops from YMCA Europe and HP Hope Initiative, our service users now have even more ways to connect, learn, and grow. These laptops are helping people access digital platforms for training, employability, and education â from completing assignments to writing CVs or exploring new qualifications. In our Housing…
Staff recently came together to pack hampers for our local community, filling them with games, food, treats, activities, and a little extra festive cheer. YMCA do this every year as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting our community. These were delivered across the county helping spread warmth and kindness a bit further. It was…
