Paul Walker
"Despite being un-employed and I suppose to an extent homeless for a short while I didn't give up and my reward has been finally getting a job once more and a new start in life."
Tony Carroll
Tony Carroll CaptainsThe Monas Queen
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!
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
From High Speed Car Chases To Slow Ahead Both.
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.
Middlewich Folk & Boat Festival
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.
New Partnership Forged
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
