ROUTES, a youth drop-in centre on Frome’s Palmer Street, is campaigning to raise tens of thousands of pounds to avoid closure. Imogen Knight turned to Routes when she was in a crisis.
Imogen says, “I first came in with a lady – who she was I’ll never know – because I needed help finding somewhere to live and just generally sorting my life out.
“Routes helped me with everything. They’ve given me ways to manage my anger and I’m now helping within Routes, as I need things to keep me occupied and give me a sense of purpose, otherwise I struggle.
“The thought of Routes closing really gets to me. There will be a higher percentage of homelessness and crime rates will go up all because Routes would be gone.
“Whether you’re in difficulty or not, Routes is a safe space and is always welcoming, so I could not imagine not being able to spend time there. It’s been such a big support, I really do feel that life would be over if they close.”
To support the Routes appeal contact sstobbart@mendipymca.org.uk or donations can be made by text to MEND41 £10 to 70070.
