“Coming here makes you feel more safe. You can be yourself here. Everyone is kind and cares for and respects each other.”
~ Female 14 years old
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“I am happy to come here, it’s better than school. I learn about how to look after animals and myself.”
~ Male 13 years old
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“I 100% trust the staff here, I feel safe here.”
~ Male 13 years old
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"While I have been at The Orchard, I have learnt how to trust the animals, staff, and myself. I can now stay calm in difficult situations and enjoy the peace and quiet. I enjoy being outside.
I am more tolerant of people and don’t want to avoid everyone anymore. I’ve really enjoyed my time here."
~ Male 16 years old
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"I like coming here, it’s a good place. No one judges you; you can just be yourself. I feel safe while I am at The Orchard"
~ Female 14 years old
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"It’s mint at The Orchard, it’s fun and we learn loads. You don’t get bossed around, we can have a laugh and a joke."
~ Male 14 years old
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"At The Orchard you get space, it’s fun and I feel calm inside my body while I’m here. I trust the staff; I know I’m safe here."
~ Female 14 years old
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"At The Orchard you get given freedom to express ourselves. We have all our needs met while we are here."
~ Male 14 years old
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"It’s a safe place to express yourself and your feelings. You can just be yourself; you don’t have to be ‘happy’ all the time. I am supported at The Orchard"
~ Female 14 years old
