Turning negative circumstances into positive memories sums up Teens Unite.
Once being diagnosed with cancer, I had no idea what was on the other side: a charity dedicated to not just uniting teens with something in common, but to create friendships which last forever.
Being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia meant I was isolated throughout my treatment. Visitors had to anti-bac their hands before entering and if I left my room, I needed to wear the horrible masks to cover my mouth and nose. But after receiving four rounds of chemotherapy lasting six months, I was unleashed back into the world of fresh air, people and germs.
Teens Unite visited me in hospital and treated me to a manicure and pizza. Five months later I attended my first event to see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, where guess what, we had more pizza. This led to the best week of my life, where I attended the Activity Stay. I found a new family with 20 other young people in the same situation as me and we still talk every day almost a year on.
Teens Unite isn't just a charity to me, it was the beginning of restarting my life.
I needed help and that's where Teens Unite came in. I believe that everything happens for a reason, and the reason I met Teens Unite was to save my life.
With Teens Unite, I finally realised that I could climb out of this massive hole that I had been digging because I wasn't alone anymore.
If it wasn't for Teens Unite, I wouldn't be where I am now. They have been really supportive and given me the strength to push myself and not give up.
Volunteering with Teens Unite has changed my personality and outlook on life. When I hear all the amazing things the teens say about Teens Unite, I can tell they mean every word.
Teens Unite isn't just a charity to me, it was the beginning of restarting my life.
When Elliot started receiving the support of Teens Unite, I could see a change in him straightaway. His outlook on life was becoming positive again and I gained strength from seeing my little boy accepting what had happened and starting to move forward.
I needed help and that's where Teens Unite came in. I believe that everything happens for a reason, and the reason I met Teens Unite was to save my life.
With Teens Unite, I finally realised that I could climb out of this massive hole that I had been digging because I wasn't alone anymore.
If it wasn't for Teens Unite, I wouldn't be where I am now. They have been really supportive and given me the strength to push myself and not give up.
Volunteering with Teens Unite has changed my personality and outlook on life. When I hear all the amazing things the teens say about Teens Unite, I can tell they mean every word.
Teens Unite isn't just a charity to me, it was the beginning of restarting my life.
When Elliot started receiving the support of Teens Unite, I could see a change in him straightaway. His outlook on life was becoming positive again and I gained strength from seeing my little boy accepting what had happened and starting to move forward.
