It is Giving Tuesday today! If you are still considering who to support this Giving Tuesday here are a few reasons why you should support local and consider supporting YSS! Read more
We were happy to receive Judith Shelby and Jemma Keegan, wife and daughter of Tony Shelby in our YSS offices. Read more
#MORSE was successful in its external evaluation and would like to issue a public thank you to all funders, partners and employees who made it possible. Read more
Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday are coming up. This is a summary of events and services happening in your local areas for anyone who wants to join and honour the individuals past and present who defended our way of life. Read more
As part of the Trustees Week 2021 we want to think about all the reasons that makes us appreciate our Board of Trustees. Considering how challenging this year was for service users, key workers, project managers, senior leadership and trustees it is more important than ever to celebrate the work our Trustees do voluntarily for our charity to continue operating. Read more
The Open University’s (OU) Children’s Research Centre has partnered with charity, YSS to conduct a two-year study into the impact on children, young people and their families when a parent or carer is in prison. Read more
We're delighted that our latest newsletter for our young carers, Carers Quarter, is now available! Read more
This week, November 2-6th is Trustees Week, an opportunity to highlight and showcase the vital role that the UK's one million trustees play in charities. Read more
The Worcester Diocesan Criminal Justice Affairs Group (CJAG) has been charting and discussing the impact of Covid-19 on the criminal justice system, this being their priority for this year, and the group is very concerned about how it is affecting people in prison, and their human rights. Read more
We're delighted to announce that the YSS Autumn newsletter is ready and waiting to be read! Read more
YSS is launching a campaign in Worcestershire to support every child and young adult affected by the imprisonment of a loved one. Read more
For many of us, getting online is automatic; however, nine million people in the UK don’t have that luxury, and don’t have easy access to jobs, services and support. Read more
Worcestershire Young Carers is delighted to announce that four of their young carers have been awarded Tryangle Awards in recognition of their caring roles and their support for others. Read more
Turn2Us, a national charity which provides people with financial support to help people get back on track, has created a useful benefits calculator tool. Read more
Wednesday 9 September is Emergency Services Day - otherwise known as 999 Day - when we pay tribute to all those who work in the emergency services, and who help us all in so many ways. Read more
YSS has produced a new brochure, highlighting its work delivering services within criminal justice throughout West Mercia and beyond. Read more
Worcestershire Young Carers has released its latest monthly update, providing all the news and information for and from our young carers. Read more
We're delighted to announce the winners of our Worcestershire Young Carers June Art Competition! Read more
This Saturday, 27th June is Armed Forces Day, an annual event celebrated to commemorate the service of men and women in the British Armed Forces. Read more
We're bidding a fond farewell this week to one of our young carers, Lauren, who turns 25. Read more
The Worcestershire Young Carers latest monthly update is now available! Read more
YSS welcomes yesterday’s government announcement for the re-nationalisation of the Probation Service. Read more
Worcestershire Young Carers is planning a busy week for this year’s Carers Week, from 8th – 14th June. Read more
A YSS volunteer, who helps support our ESS service, answers questions about her role, and her experiences of being a volunteer at the charity. Read more