We are a Morpeth based Charity whose purpose is to make a difference to the lives of young people in Morpeth and Northumberland.
Barnabas Safe & Sound is the realisation and vision of a remarkable local lady called Cecilia Brown. Cecilia cared deeply about her community and wanted to make a social impact by offering young people at risk accommodation and support.
In sharing her vision with partners, Cecilia brought together like-minded members of the community to form a steering group. In 1999, a feasibility study took place to assess the need for supported accommodation for young people. Research found there was a significant shortage of accommodation for young people in Morpeth. Young people identified their main support need to be “sound advice” and “safe accommodation.”
From this, Barnabas Safe & Sound was born and in 2001 the Charity began supporting young people by offering solutions to their housing crises.
Today, the Charity has a diverse and dynamic team of people on board, who are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for young people.
Our frontline staff work within the community, offering a range of services for young people. The work we do is embedded within our values:
TRUST – We listen to young people, without judgement because we care about what they think and feel.
COURAGE – We encourage young people to accept themselves and appreciate their own worth so they can build confidence and self-esteem.
INDEPENDENCE – We help young people prepare for real life, by understanding society and how meaningful activity makes a significant contribution to the local community.
Our team wholeheartedly live and work to promote these values.
Our priority as a charity is to ensure young people are supported, that they have access to the right services, and are encouraged to unlock their potential through meaningful activity. We believe all young people should be embraced by their local community, so they can appreciate where they fit in society and value their own self-worth. We provide services that promote social, emotional, physical, and economic wellbeing amongst young people. We promise to meet young people where they are in life, then begin to support them on their journey to independence, and a world of possibilities.
Learn more about our services here.