11 of 13 ‘Real World’ Interventions
I don’t need two years of key working just because I’m homeless. All I need is to be able to get my fork lift licence so I can get a job and move out with my partner and new baby
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10 of 13 Bespoke Opportunities
Roll up, roll up… only 26 places left to fill on the work placement opportunity. What do you mean you don’t want to be motor mechanics? It’s a job right?
9 of 13 Appropriate Professional Support
I’m not sure the security guard at my mental health unit really knows what to say when I talk about how I was beaten up as a kid
8 of 13 Balanced Power Dynamics
Yeah, sure, I’m off drugs and I haven’t had a drink since last week *a-hem*. If it means I keep the roof over my head, then I’ll tell you whatever you need to hear. Wouldn’t you?
7 of 13 Need for Meaningful Relationships
Imagine only spending time with your doctor, your dentist and your next door neighbour, Cabin fever anyone?
6 of 13 Need for Strengths, Abilities and Aspirations
Before I became homeless, I used to love playing guitar and going to gigs. Funnily enough, I still do
5 of 13 More than Needs and Risks
I was abused by my step-dad. I drink a litre of vodka a day. I last had unprotected sex last week. Now your turn… I didn’t think so
Comfort Zone….What Comfort Zone?
Executive Assistant and Quality Assurance Manager, Ciara Killeen gives a very real account of her own journey with the Personal Transitions Service (PTS). Looking at how its strength based and personalised nature impacts on those working behind the scenes in an organisation delivering the PTS and the importance of internal systems change.
It’s all about quality!
Let’s Talk About Quality… It might not be rock and roll, but it’s an essential part of systems change and ensures we’re doing our jobs well and for the right reasons. Mayday Trust’s Quality Assurance Manager, Ciara Killeen, looks at common misconceptions around the topic and how the Personal Transition Service Accreditation will be breaking the ‘Quality’ mould.
Martini Shaken not Spilt!
Asset Manager, Rebecca Nelson, shares her initial experiences of joining Mayday as an Asset Coach. Reflecting on what it means to be a high functioning person, versus being a low functioning problem.