"Suddenly I can see a future"
Welcome to Positive People.
Positive People and Hopeful Families offers a lifeline to people who are not in work to help build confidence, skills and give a sense of hope for the future.
The projects give people the opportunity to get involved in local communities, meet new people and have fun through a range of activities.
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Devon
“They had so much belief in me and this boosted my confidence, just having someone there was 100% what I needed. I want to be here and want to live my life”.
Cornwall
“The sessions are chilled out, fun and informative, giving you the confidence to be who you want to be.
It will help you to raise the bar and crack on with your life”.
Somerset
“My children have noticed a difference in my well-being. They say that they are proud of me. This makes me feel good that I am doing my best and that I am a positive role model”.
Yorkshire
“I am extremely pleased with the excellent support that I received from the team. I have not received this level of support since arriving in England three years ago”.
Latest news
Confidence is Key – David’s Story
Positive People has been steady and powerful journey for David. When he joined the project, David really lacked confidence, drive and was struggling with a big physical change in how he could work. After years of working as a painter, a torn muscle in his arm meant...
North Devon Homes Summer Fayre
On the 31st of July 2019 North Devon Homes celebrated their Summer Fayre with its residents at Barnstaple Rugby Club. Residents from far and wide turned up to enjoy the event. The Positive People team was there in full force with representatives from both the digital...
Gamification in Learning
Video gaming has a short history on our planet. The Atari 2600 is credited with popularizing modern home gaming, and it was only released in 1977, less than half a century ago. Back then, it was big chunky pixels, blips and boops for sound, and very simple gameplay...
Confidence is Key – David’s Story
Positive People has been steady and powerful journey for David. When he joined the project, David really lacked confidence, drive and was struggling with a big physical change in how he could work. After years of working as a painter, a torn muscle in his arm meant...
North Devon Homes Summer Fayre
On the 31st of July 2019 North Devon Homes celebrated their Summer Fayre with its residents at Barnstaple Rugby Club. Residents from far and wide turned up to enjoy the event. The Positive People team was there in full force with representatives from both the digital...
When Nick came to Positive People sessions he was isolated and withdrawn. By week four of the course he was engaged, enthusiastic and his confidence had grown hugely. He has now secured his own flat and is working as a volunteer, we are so impressed that he has progressed so quickly.
