Your Stories

This page is a gateway that will give the public an opportunity to read a little of the personal journey from people we support.

These are just some of the stories that will prove beyond any reasonable doubt that given the right support people of all ages can and do overcome barriers and have positive futures. Now read on


Paul Walker – The sailing gourmet!

Photo: Paul Walker

I have learned quite a lot, not only about life but also one or two new skills. If I were to offer any words of advice to anyone who is struggling to cope or sort out personal issues it would be to always stay confident and don't give up hope

Read Paul's story here

 


From High Speed Car Chases To Slow Ahead Both.

Photo: Tony Carrol

Our new Boat Skipper – 31 year old Tony Carroll, who arrived at the YMCA when his life was in a state of total chaos and turmoil.

Read Tony's story here

 


Middlewich Folk & Boat Festival

Photo: Middlewich Fastival

The annual waterways festival was held at Middlewich this year and we were asked to go along to display our boat and help with the operations at the Middlewich Big Lock.

Read about the festival here

 


New Partnership Forged

Photo: Merseyside Police Bardge

Birkenhead YMCA and Merseyside Police have formed a unique partnership which it is hoped will help both organisations reach out to local young people.

Read the story 'New Partnership Forged'

 


The Wilfred Owen Story

Photo: Wilfred Owen

Birkenhead YMCA has played a leading role in supporting and helping the UK's first permanent exhibition commemorating war poet Wilfred Owen open on Merseyside.

Read the story 'The Wilfred Owen Story'

 


George Gardner

Photo: George Gardner

I have my life back and I can only look forwards now. My art is still a lifeline to a creative freedom I love. Soon I will be putting on an exhibition at the YMCA. I hope the people that view my work get as much out of it as I do.

Read his story 'Addicted To Art'

 


Mike Preston

Photo: Mike Preston

For the first time in a long time I can look forward to the chance to do something worthwhile and begin to really move on in my life.

Read his story 'Getting There!'

 


Michael Roberts

Photo: Michael Roberts

After the breakdown of a relationship and loss of his family unit turned Michael to drugs and alcohol but after some of the worse times in his life he will once again be living and independent life.

Read his story 'My Own Place In The Community' here

 


Kevin Durrant

Photo: Kevin Durrant

Not that long ago I felt as if my whole life was upside-down and I had no hope of going anywhere other than downwards.

Read his story 'On The Way Up' here

 


Chris Scourfield

Photo: Chris

When Chris Scourfield first came to BYMCA he was confused and lost in life and he found it hard to face the future but read how that all changed very quickly and he really enjoyed living at the YM.

Read his story 'Chris Scourfield Scoring Goals In Life' here

 


Lance Jones

Photo: Lance

Lance Jones was homeless and feeling very low when he came to Birkenhead YMCA in 2008. Read how Lance has created a new life for himself with the help and support from BYMCA.

Read his story 'My Journey From The Y.M.C.A To Independant Living' here

 


Danny Milne

Photo: Danny

To say that Danny has achieved a lot is an understatement – he is a remarkable young man who has challenged adversity head on and overcome innumerable problems to become a highly regarded member of staff and an outstanding peer mentor.

Read his story 'Wannabe to Wallaby' here

 


More Stories Soon

We will post more stories as they become available so don’t forget to check back to this page for some more fascinating insights and personal journeys.