The Wave Project is looking for the support of the local community to help raise funds to continue their good work on the Isle of Wight supporting young people through surf therapy intervention.
Children and young people who are seriously unwell – including those who have self-harmed or considered suicide – are failing to receive the support needed from the NHS.
With 1/3 of all referrals for children’s mental health services denied help – up to 60% in some areas – the surge in demand is putting increasing strain on the NHS. Waiting times vary greatly, with average 1st appointment waiting times ranging from 3 days to an unacceptable 3 years.
Currently, 1 in 6 children are struggling to cope.
The Wave Project on the Isle of Wight offers a viable solution for children and young people in the area. Every year the charity aims to support 60 to 80 children and young people through surf therapy intervention.
Children and young people head to The Wave Project for a variety of reasons, including neglect, bullying and bereavement. After their 6-week programme, the children and young people show significant improvements in their self-confidence, resilience, self-esteem and ability to build trust with other children and adults.
The Summer programme has just been completed and now The Wave Project is looking ahead to its Autumn sessions. They are appealing to the local community, friends, volunteers, and supporters to help raise the funds needed to continue their work on the Isle of Wight.
A total of £3,000 needs to be raised this Summer to be able to continue to respond to the children’s mental health crisis.
For more information visit https://www.waveproject.co.uk/get-involved/donate/.
