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Exciting times at The Matthew Hackney Foundation
It's that wonderful time of year again, the seasons are changing bringing new hope, the youngsters are heading back to their studies and...
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Sep 2, 20222 min read
Interesting times call for interesting measures
We are passionate about supporting the mental health of children & young people here at The Matthew Hackney Foundation; A very small...
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Feb 12, 20212 min read
On the brink of change
The Matthew Hackney Foundation is on the brink of change, an exciting new chapter is coming our way in order for us to help more children
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Feb 5, 20202 min read
From Receiving Support to Giving Back – A Story That Reminds Us Why We Do What We Do 💙
As The Matthew Hackney Foundation celebrates 15 years of supporting children's mental health, one of our wonderful volunteers has shared a story that means so much to us. Sometimes, when you're busy fundraising, applying for grants and trying to make sure the charity can continue supporting as many children as possible, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day challenges. Then someone shares something that reminds you exactly why it all matters. Recently, one of our lovel
The Difference Early Support Can Make
Sometimes the impact of early mental health support isn’t something that can be measured in just a few weeks. In early 2024, 16-year-old “L” was referred to The Matthew Hackney Foundation at a time when she was struggling with very low moods, anxiety and self-harm. Through the Foundation, L was able to access more than 18 counselling sessions with Kate, giving her a safe and consistent space to talk, work through what she was experiencing and learn coping techniques. L recent
"Always Keep Going" – Why Early Support Can Change a Child's Life
"Always keep going." Those were the final words one young girl shared with her counsellor after completing her sessions with The Matthew Hackney Foundation. She didn't realise it at the time, but those three simple words perfectly capture why early mental health support matters. One child's journey When "A" was referred for counselling in Upper Key Stage 2, life had become incredibly difficult. Her family was experiencing significant domestic stress, which eventually led to h
From Receiving Support to Giving Back – A Story That Reminds Us Why We Do What We Do 💙
As The Matthew Hackney Foundation celebrates 15 years of supporting children's mental health, one of our wonderful volunteers has shared a story that means so much to us. Sometimes, when you're busy fundraising, applying for grants and trying to make sure the charity can continue supporting as many children as possible, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day challenges. Then someone shares something that reminds you exactly why it all matters. Recently, one of our lovel
The Difference Early Support Can Make
Sometimes the impact of early mental health support isn’t something that can be measured in just a few weeks. In early 2024, 16-year-old “L” was referred to The Matthew Hackney Foundation at a time when she was struggling with very low moods, anxiety and self-harm. Through the Foundation, L was able to access more than 18 counselling sessions with Kate, giving her a safe and consistent space to talk, work through what she was experiencing and learn coping techniques. L recent
"Always Keep Going" – Why Early Support Can Change a Child's Life
"Always keep going." Those were the final words one young girl shared with her counsellor after completing her sessions with The Matthew Hackney Foundation. She didn't realise it at the time, but those three simple words perfectly capture why early mental health support matters. One child's journey When "A" was referred for counselling in Upper Key Stage 2, life had become incredibly difficult. Her family was experiencing significant domestic stress, which eventually led to h
From Receiving Support to Giving Back – A Story That Reminds Us Why We Do What We Do 💙
As The Matthew Hackney Foundation celebrates 15 years of supporting children's mental health, one of our wonderful volunteers has shared a story that means so much to us. Sometimes, when you're busy fundraising, applying for grants and trying to make sure the charity can continue supporting as many children as possible, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day challenges. Then someone shares something that reminds you exactly why it all matters. Recently, one of our lovel
pennyhackney
Oct 213 min read
The Difference Early Support Can Make
Sometimes the impact of early mental health support isn’t something that can be measured in just a few weeks. In early 2024, 16-year-old “L” was referred to The Matthew Hackney Foundation at a time when she was struggling with very low moods, anxiety and self-harm. Through the Foundation, L was able to access more than 18 counselling sessions with Kate, giving her a safe and consistent space to talk, work through what she was experiencing and learn coping techniques. L recent
pennyhackney
Sep 22 min read
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