Steer clear of trouble - with help from the Council
Published On: Friday 30 July 2010
Outreach teams work with young people
There’s always a choice….
That’s the message from the Council’s Active Engagement Outreach Team as it aims to steer young people away from anti-social activity across the borough.
The team provides support for young people in places where anti-social behaviour affects families and communities. It reaches out to young people at risk of becoming involved in anti-social or criminal behaviour.
It gives younger residents advice on keeping safe and tells them about the negative impact of anti-social behaviour on themselves, their families and neighbours. It also visits families and individuals affected by anti-social behaviour to provide reassurance and support.
Several nights a week, including Friday and Saturday, two AE teams work potential trouble spots to promote a range of exciting, positive activities taking place throughout the area. The service also operates a drop-in facility at the Beacon Building in College Street where young people can get advice and support.
Cabinet member for Neighbourhoods, Safer Communities & Youth, Councillor Sue Murphy said: “Many young people probably don’t realise what a great range of things are going on in their areas and some who act anti-socially may not even be aware of the impact their behavior is having towards others. There are some real alternatives on offer.
“St. Helens Council has worked with Merseyside Police, Helena Partnerships and other Crime and Disorder Reduction Partners to give young people in the Borough something fun and constructive to do throughout the Summer, providing a number of activities as part of the Safer St. Helens Campaign.
“Our Active Engagement Teams are already doing a great job diverting dozens of local youngsters away from potentially destructive, anti-social behaviour, but we’re keen to get the message across to every young person that there’s always a choice.”
The teams will be especially busy during the light nights of August, with a host of activities planned for local youngsters. They include:
Darkstar Laser Quest Sessions
Fingerpost and Four Acre
Ages 6-18 years
Saturdays throughout August
Saints Community Multi-Sports Project
Ages 8-16 years
4 - 6pm
Throughout August
Fridays (Peasley Cross - United Reform Church
Thursdays (Windlehurst – Cowley Hill Playing Fields)
Recycle and Environment Day
Environmental Arts (Recycling and Skip day)
Friday 20 August 10-3pm (Gerard Bridge: Union Street)
Graffiti - Helmet Workshops
Saturday 14 August 3- 5pm (Haydock Church Estate – 24 Pimblett Road)
Saturday 14 August 12-2pm (Upland Road, King John Car Park)
Graffiti Banner Workshop
Saturday 28 August 12-2pm (Haydock Church Estate – 24 Pimblett Road)
Skate Parks
Mondays throughout August 11-3pm (Billinge, London Fields)
Climbing Wall
Saturday 28 August 5-8pm (Field Road Community Centre, Clockface)
Thursday 28 August 1-4pm (Moss Lodge)
Ages 10-18 years
To book a place at these events contact Helena Partnerships on 01744 637383.
Haydock Sports College
Fire Fit Summer Sports Camps
Ages 6 plus
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout August, 12 - 4pm
Contact: Fire Support Network on 0151 296 6722/4567
Derbyshire Hill & Haydock
Brazillian Soccer Schools
Derbyshire Hill - Contact Re:new Parr on 01744 675682
Haydock - Contact the Neighbourhood Policing Team on 0151 709 6010
Contact the Council Youth Service on 01744 675575 for all of the following:
Taylor Park
Open canoes – 2 August
Raft building – 12 August
Abseiling – 13 August
Haydock
Indoor climbing – 5 August
Sherdley Park
Mountain biking – 6 and 11 August
River Weaver, Frodsham
Open canoes – 9 August
Derbyshire Hill
Archery – 10 August
Preston Brook
Canal boating – 11 August
For more information please visit www.safersthelens.org.uk
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That’s the message from the Council’s Active Engagement Outreach Team as it aims to steer young people away from anti-social activity across the borough.
The team provides support for young people in places where anti-social behaviour affects families and communities. It reaches out to young people at risk of becoming involved in anti-social or criminal behaviour.
It gives younger residents advice on keeping safe and tells them about the negative impact of anti-social behaviour on themselves, their families and neighbours. It also visits families and individuals affected by anti-social behaviour to provide reassurance and support.
Several nights a week, including Friday and Saturday, two AE teams work potential trouble spots to promote a range of exciting, positive activities taking place throughout the area. The service also operates a drop-in facility at the Beacon Building in College Street where young people can get advice and support.
Cabinet member for Neighbourhoods, Safer Communities & Youth, Councillor Sue Murphy said: “Many young people probably don’t realise what a great range of things are going on in their areas and some who act anti-socially may not even be aware of the impact their behavior is having towards others. There are some real alternatives on offer.
“St. Helens Council has worked with Merseyside Police, Helena Partnerships and other Crime and Disorder Reduction Partners to give young people in the Borough something fun and constructive to do throughout the Summer, providing a number of activities as part of the Safer St. Helens Campaign.
“Our Active Engagement Teams are already doing a great job diverting dozens of local youngsters away from potentially destructive, anti-social behaviour, but we’re keen to get the message across to every young person that there’s always a choice.”
The teams will be especially busy during the light nights of August, with a host of activities planned for local youngsters. They include:
Darkstar Laser Quest Sessions
Fingerpost and Four Acre
Ages 6-18 years
Saturdays throughout August
Saints Community Multi-Sports Project
Ages 8-16 years
4 - 6pm
Throughout August
Fridays (Peasley Cross - United Reform Church
Thursdays (Windlehurst – Cowley Hill Playing Fields)
Recycle and Environment Day
Environmental Arts (Recycling and Skip day)
Friday 20 August 10-3pm (Gerard Bridge: Union Street)
Graffiti - Helmet Workshops
Saturday 14 August 3- 5pm (Haydock Church Estate – 24 Pimblett Road)
Saturday 14 August 12-2pm (Upland Road, King John Car Park)
Graffiti Banner Workshop
Saturday 28 August 12-2pm (Haydock Church Estate – 24 Pimblett Road)
Skate Parks
Mondays throughout August 11-3pm (Billinge, London Fields)
Climbing Wall
Saturday 28 August 5-8pm (Field Road Community Centre, Clockface)
Thursday 28 August 1-4pm (Moss Lodge)
Ages 10-18 years
To book a place at these events contact Helena Partnerships on 01744 637383.
Haydock Sports College
Fire Fit Summer Sports Camps
Ages 6 plus
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout August, 12 - 4pm
Contact: Fire Support Network on 0151 296 6722/4567
Derbyshire Hill & Haydock
Brazillian Soccer Schools
Derbyshire Hill - Contact Re:new Parr on 01744 675682
Haydock - Contact the Neighbourhood Policing Team on 0151 709 6010
Contact the Council Youth Service on 01744 675575 for all of the following:
Taylor Park
Open canoes – 2 August
Raft building – 12 August
Abseiling – 13 August
Haydock
Indoor climbing – 5 August
Sherdley Park
Mountain biking – 6 and 11 August
River Weaver, Frodsham
Open canoes – 9 August
Derbyshire Hill
Archery – 10 August
Preston Brook
Canal boating – 11 August
For more information please visit www.safersthelens.org.uk
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