Enabling Youth

19/03/2024

📸 **Introducing Our Getting It Together Programme through Photography! 🌟**

Life can often feel like a blurry snapshot, leaving us feeling lost and overwhelmed by our emotions. But what if there was a way to bring things into focus, to understand ourselves better through the art of photography? 🎨

👉 We're thrilled to announce our 10-session programme designed for individuals aged 16 and older who are currently not attending school. Through the lens of a camera, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning how to navigate your emotions and find clarity in unexpected places. 🌈

📢 **What to Expect:**
- 📷 Fun and engaging photography exercises
- 🗣️ Supportive discussions with like-minded individuals
- 🌟 Guidance from experienced instructors
- 🤝 A safe space to explore and express your feelings

👥 **Who Is This For?**
If you're struggling with anger or overwhelming emotions, if you're seeking a creative outlet for self-expression, or if you simply want to connect with others on a similar journey, this programme is for you!

🌟 **Join Us!**
Take control of your emotions, discover the beauty within yourself, and capture the moments that matter most. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this opportunity! Sign up now for our Getting It Together Programme through Photography. 📸✨

📅 **Dates:** Starting Term 2 - 01/05/2024
⏰ **Time:** 1pm – 2:30pm
📍 **Location:** 36 Lismore Street

Ready to start your journey? Message us or contact us 022-516-7220 to reserve your spot today! Let's get snapping! 🌟 🌈

29/03/2022

Do you need support?

20/04/2021

Seat belts can not only save lives but it can also help you cool down 😌

07/08/2020

When you can't control what's happening. Challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what's happening. That's where your power is.

23/03/2020

SVS COVID-19 update - Tuesday 24 March 2020

Kia ora koutou
Keeping our staff, clients and their whānau safe and well continues to be our focus as we move forward in this rapidly changing environment.
We continue to follow advice from Government, who announced yesterday that we as a nation are at alert level 3 and moving to alert level 4 as of midnight Wednesday
https://covid19.govt.nz/government-a…/covid-19-alert-system/

SVS and Enabling Youth staff will be working from home as of today and our offices are now closed.
This includes all sites: 36 Lismore St and 164 Woodham Rd in Christchurch, Wellbeing in Rangiora and Community Houses in Ashburton and Timaru.

Our Emergency House remains open at this stage.

What does this mean for you?
You can still contact us by phone and email.
Your assessment / appointments are still booked and we will be giving you a call, so keep your phone charged and close by.
Your clinician will talk to you about the easiest way for you to continue your programme, whether by phone, Skype, Zoom https://zoom.us/signup or some other format.
Groups will obviously no longer be meeting, and your facilitator will be in touch to discuss how you would like to complete your programme.
You can still self refer by calling us on 0800 478 778.

We are still here for you, just not face to face in the same room!

Be sure to stay in touch as we all get used to a new way of working together.
Stay up to date with the information from government and keep yourselves and your whānau safe.

23/03/2020

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our offices across the country will be closed until further notice. The health and wellbeing of our clients and clinicians remains our utmost priority.

We understand this is a difficult time for everyone and we sincerely appreciate your ongoing support. We will be covering all sessions from any of the following platforms from now on (Skype, Zoom, Facebook, Facebook Messenger and Phone Call). All our staff are now working remotely from home.

All current clients will be contacted by their personal clinician to have this arranged.

Our free phone line is also open if you need to contact us. 0800 478 778

26/02/2020

In a world you can be anything, be kind :)

10/02/2020

It all begins in the mind.

13/11/2019

22/07/2019

Simple anger management tip - Take time out.

Timeouts aren't just for kids. Give yourself short breaks during times of the day that tend to be stressful. A few moments of quiet time might help you feel better prepared to handle what's ahead without getting irritated or angry.