West Lothian Youth Action Project
INtegr8 Befriending Service
About West Lothian Youth Action Project
Befriending service for young people aged 10-21 with things going on in their lives which affect mental health wellbeing. Issues are around confidence & self-esteem & the things which impact these in young people.
Craigsfarm Hub, Maree Walk, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 5BP
Service Eligibility
- Young person aged 10 -21
- Living in West Lothian
- Experiencing issues affecting mental health/well-being
- Isolated/not involved in any social or recreational activities
Information for Volunteers
Befrienders support young people aged 10-21, resident in West Lothian who experience issues affecting their mental health wellbeing.
Befrienders provide support and encouragement and aim to reduce social isolation by engaging with their matched young person in recreational and social activities.
Commitment required is weekly or fortnightly for approximately 2-3 hours per session.
Training is provided.
Age Groups
Children (0-18), Young People (18-25)Themes
Mental Health, Children and Young PeopleRegions
Country: Scotland
LothianOther Information
Type of Befriending: Distance befriending including telephone, video call, letter writing or other means, Face to face befriending which takes place in the home or community