ROUTES, a youth drop-in centre on Frome’s Palmer Street, is campaigning to raise tens of thousands of pounds to avoid closure. One visitor, Kieran Wason, says ‘they help young people with everything, no matter how bad their situation’.
Kieran told Frome Times, “I found out about Routes from my family who brought me in when I was really struggling with my anger. I had problems with my family relationships, homelessness and getting into fights, so a lot of stuff really.
“They helped me understand myself better, and really saved me from some bad situations. I’ve received help with finding activities to keep myself busy, help with my mental health and lots of help getting my finances sorted as that was something I really had a tough time getting a handle on.
“It’s not good at all that they’re at risk of closing. They help young people with everything they could need, no matter how bad their situation may seem. The staff there are spot on, and all I have left to say is SAVE ROUTES!”
Routes is still in need of thousands of pounds to stay open. To support the centre’s appeal contact sstobbart@mendipymca.org.uk or donations can be made by text to MEND41 £AMOUNT to 70070. You can also donate online at https://mydonate.bt.com/events/saveroutes
