A group of Handcrafted trainees having a discussion in a cafe

Our Trainees

Handcrafted aims to empower those who have been disadvantaged or faced social exclusion due to alcohol or substance abuse, poor mental or physical health, unemployment, leaving prison, seeking asylum or having experienced abuse or been in the care system.

We work with individuals to help them make positive steps to turn their lives around, be part of a community and start to give back. We welcome everyone into our community, regardless of background, and help them see the value they bring.

Individuals that engage with us and use our services are referred to as trainees, as opposed to beneficiaries or service users. This is part of our approach of encouraging self-worth and empowerment.

Find more of our trainees stories here!

Testimonials

I attend a cookery class with my client and have nothing but praise to give. She gets to learn to cook and also take away all items prepared/cooked for free. It’s a chance for her to learn but also to grow and make new friends. [My client’s] confidence has grown extensively and she now talks feely and dances and sings throughout the whole session. It’s a pleasure to attend and bring her to the group which is life changing in so many ways for so many people.

Kelly, Support worker, Accept Care Ltd