LifeLine Projects - Impacting individuals, influencing systems

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A reflection on impact: SW!TCH Communities in Harold Hill

The origins of SW!TCH Communities A charity is about the community; it’s about serving a bigger purpose. It’s strong relationships and taking care of people and getting important tasks done. John Singleton MBE When people come together and talk about their problems, they have the power to act and create local solutions for their neighbourhoods. LifeLine's SW!TCH Communities programme began in 2019 at the Academy Central Estate in Dagenham, responding to residents' concerns about crime and disorder, especially among young people affected by violence. This situation was fracturing the community, leaving people feeling isolated and disconnected. We wanted to understand...

3 days ago

by Nathan Singleton

Winning Harts: Harts Lane Estate in Barking MyEnds update

Since May, LifeLine Projects has been working as part of the Winning Harts consortium to This community-focused initiative—led by the West Ham United Foundation and funded through the Mayor of London’s £14.5 million MyEnds programme—was launched to address the unique challenges faced by local youth and residents.Our progress so far has been promising, and we’re on track to meet the programme’s goals of increased community engagement, expanded youth opportunities, and a safer environment for all. LifeLine Projects are providing basketball and roller-skating activities for young people and managing the community grant programme to support local grassroots organisations. Be Heard as...

3 days ago

by LifeLine Comms Team

Case Study: Supporting a young man through trauma

LifeLine’s SW!TCH Lives programme is funded through the Community Safety Team of the London Borough of Havering. The SW!TCH Lives team provides support to vulnerable young people in Havering, who are at risk of or who are currently known to the Criminal Justice System, to prevent their situation from worsening. The service works closely with the Council’s Youth Offending Service and Probation Service, as part of a greater focus on preventative measures for young people in the borough.

3 days ago

by LifeLine Comms Team

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Early
Years

Leading the way, learning through play.

Nurseries we'd want to send our own children to, built on our 15+ years of experience of working in Early Years.

Little Learners at Ambleside Avenue

Our newest nursery, opened to address a growing deficit of childcare in Elm Park.

Little Learners at St Nicholas Avenue

Our first nursery, located in a converted residential property in the heart of Elm Park.

Young
People

Inspiring agents of change.

Our collection of programmes aimed at supporting young people at risk of serious youth violence or poor mental health.

SW!TCH Lives

Mentoring for young people at risk of criminal exploitation.

SW!TCH Futures

Mentoring and positive activities to make a brighter future for young people.

SW!TCH Minds

Mentoring to support the mental health and wellbeing of young people

SW!TCH Communities

Building a lasting community response to Serious Youth Violence.

SW!TCH Ambassadors

Leadership development for young people who want to become agents of change.

SW!TCH Training

Helping organisations to better support young people through mentoring.

Families

For parents and carers just like you.

Our collection of programmes aimed at families that just need a little extra help.

Champions Support Network

A helping hand for parents and carers facing challenges with raising a young person.

Infant Feeding Support

Supporting parents and training peer mentors in Barking and Dagenham.

Early Help Collective

Support and guidance for new families in Barking and Dagenham.

SW!TCH Communities

Building a lasting community response to Serious Youth Violence.

Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham

Your local champion for health and social care.

Faith
Action

Because faith is too significant to ignore.

A national network supporting faith-based and community organisations to deliver meaningful change to the people they serve.

Faith-based Social Action

Advice, research, training, resources and more for faith and community organisations.

Creative English

A fun and engaging method for teaching everyday English through games and drama.

Barking and Dagenham Faith Leaders Network

Uniting faith groups to meet local needs in Barking and Dagenham.

Tower Hamlets Inter Faith Forum

Celebrating the contribution of faith to the people of Tower Hamlets.

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A reflection on impact: SW!TCH Communities in Harold Hill

The origins of SW!TCH Communities A charity is about the community; it’s about serving a bigger purpose. It’s strong relationships and taking care of people and getting important tasks done. John Singleton MBE When people come together and talk about their problems, they have the power to act and create local solutions for their neighbourhoods. LifeLine's SW!TCH Communities programme began...

3 days ago

by Nathan Singleton

Winning Harts: Harts Lane Estate in Barking MyEnds update

Since May, LifeLine Projects has been working as part of the Winning Harts consortium to This community-focused initiative—led by the West Ham United Foundation and funded through the Mayor of London’s £14.5 million MyEnds programme—was launched to address the unique challenges faced by local youth and residents.Our progress so far has been promising, and we’re on track to meet the...

3 days ago

by LifeLine Comms Team

Case Study: Supporting a young man through trauma

LifeLine’s SW!TCH Lives programme is funded through the Community Safety Team of the London Borough of Havering. The SW!TCH Lives team provides support to vulnerable young people in Havering, who are at risk of or who are currently known to the Criminal Justice System, to prevent their situation from worsening. The service works closely with the Council’s Youth Offending Service...

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The power of mentoring: a personal reflection

Most of us have had someone who helped shape who we are today. For me, that person was my mentor. Mentors can be family members, friends, or colleagues, yet they often go unnoticed—true unsung heroes in our lives. National Mentoring Day is a chance to celebrate the achievements of both mentors and mentees. It’s also a great reminder to reflect...

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FaithAction hosts third annual Faith in Partnership Week

On the 9th--13th September, FaithAction hosted their third annual Faith in Partnership Week with theme of Faith for the Future, highlighting and celebrating cross-sector working between faith groups and statutory bodies.

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Case Study: Creative English

Creative English, a programme developed by Dr Anne Smith from our FaithAction team, uses games and roleplay to build confidence in speaking English in everyday situations, such as talking to neighbours, teachers, doctors and landlords. By bringing people together through shared fun, it helps them make friends, find a place of belonging, and become a active member of their local...

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