INtegr8 Befriending Service

INtegr8 is West Lothian Youth Action Project’s Befriending Service for 12 – 21 year olds. We aim to reach some of West Lothian’s most vulnerable young people, specifically those who are experiencing issues with their mental health. Young people may have things going on in their lives such as peer or family difficulties, being bullied, feeling alone, or experiencing stress or anxiety.

Our objectives are:

To reduce social isolation
To increase levels of confidence & self-esteem
To enable young people to become active citizens

You can access a copy of our information leaflet here:

Befrienders are volunteers. They are recruited from our local communities and they all have an interest in supporting and promoting the well being of young people. A Befriender meets with the young person he/she is matched with approximately once a week for 2 - 3 hours. During that time, Befrienders assist young people to take part in activities they might not have had the confidence to do otherwise. Young people can discuss any aspect of their life (if they want to) without anyone else hearing what they have to say. In accordance with West Lothian Youth Action Project’s Confidentiality Policy, anything discussed with young people remains within the staff team, unless it is felt a young person is at risk or is putting others at risk.

INtegr8 Befriending Service is an Approved Provider, which means we meet a national level of safe and effective practice.

If you are a potential Referrer OR someone interested in volunteering OR a young person that is interested in having a Befriender, please fill in the following form to get more information:

Alternatively, if you require any further information at this time, you can telephone the Befriending Co-ordinator on 01506 461588 or email angie@wlyap.org.uk

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