We're proud of the support and engagement we offer the young people here at RUSH, its through support like yours that enables us to do what we do and engage with our young people in the most positive way. Outdoor activities are just one of our chosen ways to let the young people here at RUSH let off some stream, enjoy the great outdoors and learn new exciting skills.
Recently, we joined The Learning Community Ltd at Manvers Waterfront Boat Club to row a Dragon Boat! 🛶 🛶 Thanks to The Learning Community Ltd, our residents and members of our Peer Connector Service were able to experience this fantastic afternoon on the water. Working together as a team, we were able to row the boat along the water whilst enjoying the sunshine. Although we can't help but predict that some of the water splashed at our staff team may have been intentional...😂
🌟 Final Day of Piper's Journey Series From moving into her new home… to finding her voice… to stepping onto the stage with confidence! Today, we’re closing our series with a moment that captures everything Piper has worked toward. At the Children's Capital of Culture Birthday Party, she stood in front of a full audience and performed her original poem - Journey. Piper described the moment for us, saying "I was nervous but as soon as I got on stage, the nerves went away and I felt the rush that people talk about." It's safe to say that this video has made a number of the team here at Rush rather emotional...
🌟 Final Day of Piper's Journey Series From moving into her new home… to finding her voice… to stepping onto the stage with confidence! Today, we’re closing our series with a moment that captures everything Piper has worked toward. At the Children's Capital of Culture Birthday Party, she stood before a full audience and performed her original poem - Journey. Piper described the moment for us, saying, "I was nervous, but as soon as I got on stage, the nerves went away and I felt the rush that people talk about." It's safe to say that this video has made a number of the team here at Rush rather emotional...
Last week, we hosted the wonderful Harriet from Rotherham Mesmac to deliver their Sexual Health Champion training to members of our team. 🏆 The training covered important topics such as LGBTQ+ Awareness, Healthy Relationships, and many more that will strengthen our team's ability to support our residents and wider community. You can access information about the support that they offer on their social media or at https://www.mesmac.co.uk/our-services/rotherham.
Continuing Piper's journey of progress...✨ As Piper settled in at Rush they began challenging themselves to achieve new things, such as completing our AQA units and going on to achieve their Functional Skills English and Maths through Street League. Piper began focusing on their spoken word and was supported by musician OneDa, organised through Children's Capital of Culture. Around this time, we were looking to appoint Rush Ambassadors to represent Rush at events and amplify the voices of our residents, a role that would be perfect for Piper. When we considered how Piper aligned with our Rush values such as respect, unity and belief of change, the position was given. Piper went on to represent Rush at events such as the Smiles for Miles meeting with Rotherham Mayor - Rukhsana Ismail. On Friday, we will share our final post of Piper's journey along with an exciting preview of their poetry performance.
