For years, Alex (name changed) lived within what felt like a revolving door of homelessness . Each time progress was made, unaddressed trauma, poor mental health , and a lack of long-term support would pull him back into the same cycle. Without access to the right mental health care, his behaviours escalated, leaving him trapped in a pattern that felt impossible to escape. When Alex first engaged with LilyAnne’s Wellbeing, he carried the weight of hopelessness, depression, a

For years, Mark (name changed) believed his life was destined to remain on the streets. His history of poor choices, linked to unaddressed childhood trauma, had left him excluded and isolated. Barred from local services and even the civic centre due to his past behaviours, he felt hopeless. With nowhere to turn, he gave up and accepted what he thought would be a permanent life of homelessness . When we first met Mark, his trust in others had been eroded by years of rejection

Following the death of his mother, James (name changed) faced a period of unimaginable pain and conflict. Instead of support from those closest to him, he experienced harassment from family members who attempted to make him appear mentally unwell in order to take control of his inheritance and his family home. Small but calculated actions were used to undermine his mental health and stability, and over time the pressure became unbearable. Feeling broken and unsafe, James ma

“From silence to belonging — one small conversation helped someone move from isolation and suicidal thoughts to connection, purpose, and routine. Today, he doesn’t just attend, he actively helps every week — proof that kindness and community save lives.” She used to worry every time she left the house. The thought of what she might return to was terrifying. He was so low, so withdrawn, that she was scared he might not be there when she got back. Although he would occasionall

Finding Hope after feeling forgotten Background At LilyAnne’s Wellbeing, we meet people who feel abandoned, judged, or invisible. Their experiences may differ, but the common thread is loneliness , despair, and a lack of support. Here are three powerful journeys that show how tailored, person-centred support can transform lives. Lost and Overlooked She felt like nobody cared. Having lost everything, she had no intention of going home. As services closed around her, she felt p

Case Study: From Unsafe Housing to a Fresh Start Background When Sarah (name changed for confidentiality) first engaged with LilyAnne’s Wellbeing, she was living in unsafe and unstable housing due to domestic abuse. Her environment left her feeling fearful, isolated , and overwhelmed. With no close family support and limited financial stability, she was at significant risk of deteriorating mental health and long-term hardship. Challenges Unsafe and insecure housing conditio

Case Study From silence to safety Background At 17, Emily (name changed) was living in a home environment marked by abuse and fear. Each time she reported her experiences, pressure from others forced her to withdraw. This left her unheard, unprotected, and feeling increasingly unsafe. Crisis Point Emily’s mental health reached a critical point, and she turned to LilyAnne’s Wellbeing for help. She arrived in serious distress and at immediate risk, struggling to trust profess

From Crisis to Confidence Background From Crisis to confidence: After being placed on a waiting list for over two years without any medication reviews or consistent GP appointments, Alex (name changed) reached a breaking point. They felt life was no longer worth living. With frequent daily calls to the crisis team, their anxiety and depression dominated every aspect of their life. Relationships with family and their partner had broken down, and past childhood traumas remaine