Our Stories – Door 84

Our Stories

Discover inspiring stories from our community members, sharing their experiences of friendship, growth, and support at Door 84.

people dancing at a disco

Robyn's Story - Sparks Attendee

Read Robyn's Story - Sparks Attendee

person looking out of the window

Stuart's Story - Café Attendee

Read Stuart's Story - Café Attendee

young person watching lap top

Marley's Story - Young Person

Read Marley's Story - Young Person

cooking course attendee making wraps

Jane's Story - Cooking Course Attendee

Read Jane's Story - Cooking Course Attendee

image of attendee

It feels really good to be out of the house and do something for myself.

Read Josh's Story - Young Person

three people in 1970's fancy dress smiling

It’s special here, I get to spend time with lots of my friends at once.

Read Patrick's Story - Sparks Attendee

2 volunteers

I felt exhausted and stressed - it was unbearable.

Read Wayne's Story - Supported Volunteer

two people creating craft smiling

Will has now got the confidence to leave my side, and show off his personality.

Read Will & Ade's Story - Sparks Attendees

cafe volunteer holding her baby girl

You helped me and my daughter so much. I forgot that people could be so kind.

Read Sophie's Story - Café Attendee

female holding tamborine

It makes me feel happy coming here.

Read Laura's Story - Sparks Attendee

2 young people

It’s definitely helped our mental health.

Read Lacie & Ruby's Story

people wearing wigs and HATS

These are my people - I feel comfortable here.

Read Keith's Story - Sparks Attendee

cooking course attendees making dough

Clare's Story - Volunteer Chef

Read Clare's Story - Volunteer Chef

volunteer speaking with a young person at a table whilst drawing

I’ve been able to volunteer with the age group I want to eventually work with.

Read Hannah's Story - Volunteer