Impact
88%
young people felt happier in the last 6 months due to our work
78%
young people said someone in Rise:61 was a trusted adult who they could reach out to for support
660
young people and local residents worked with annually
69%
young people experienced improved mental health in last 6 months due to being part of Rise:61
75%
young people were more physically active in last 6 months due to our work
“Thinking of young people who have been bereaved the impact has been huge. We have a number of young people who have lost a parent and the extensive support you have offered has been of great comfort to them; the memory boxes and planting of memorial trees has offered a service I don’t know would be available from any other local agency.”
Pastoral Lead, Local School
Impact report
We are committed to providing the best possible support to young people and their families in Bemerton Heath. We are continuously learning and adapting our approach as an organisation in the light of the latest research and feedback from those who we are here to serve.
A big part of how we do this is by taking the time to understand how people experience our work. In 2024 we completed our most in-depth review by speaking to young people, parents, partners and volunteers about the impact of our work.
“This team truly are amazing, the hard work by all doesn’t go unnoticed. The community garden is a great example, it’s absolutely beautiful. It’s a beautiful place for our kids to enjoy and learn. Each person is so kind, caring and thoughtful and I am truly grateful for my child being apart of such a wonderful group”
Parent
Stories
We are so proud to have played a part in many young people’s stories. Read about how young people have grown in confidence, developed skills, found purpose and achieved something they can be proud of.
Jake
Meet Jake and his passion for bikes…
Bike Club
Meet our amazing Bike Club…
Grace
Meet Grace, who shares her experiences of Rise:61 over the years…