On a recent visit to the Guardian Angels IMPACT! Group in Bury, National Training and Development Worker, Marc Besford, brought along some interested Adult Companions to see how the Group operates and take back some lessons for their Parish.
The Guardian Angels Group is a great example of how the YCW Method helps young people grow in confidence and as leaders. The Group has won awards for their environmental project - “Bugingham Palace” - and organised several other inspiring actions.
During the visit, the young leaders shared how they were currently working on a project with the local SVP to help support young carers. They saw what the SVP were working on the issue and decided to look into it for themselves through an enquiry. Out of this, they decided that they wanted to use their time to socialise with the young carers, whilst the SVP volunteers looked after those in need of care.
The IMPACT! Group told the visitors that finding the time for respite is an essential part of being a carer and especially so for those who are young carers. Many of them sadly miss out on the social life of a young person due to their caring responsibilities. Therefore, this opportunity to spend time with other young people will be greatly appreciated.
Marc said: “This was a great project for our Adult Companions to come and see. Our IMPACT! Group at Guardian Angels is full of enthusiastic young leaders and supported by excellent adult companions. I hope it has given the visitors some more ideas to work with as they go back to their parish.”
