The Listening Post was established in 2017 as a distinct project of DACYM (Darlington Area Churches Youth Ministry). The Listening Post is a listening and mentoring project that seeks to help young people with low level mental health and well-being issues in order to prevent them escalating into something more long-lasting.

Since its establishment last year, the Listening Post now provides sessions in five Darlington secondary schools (Education Village, Longfield Academy, Hummersknott Academy, Hurworth Academy and Wyvern Academy) as well as appointments at Dr Piper House following G.P. referrals.

Our focus for outcomes is the young person and an improvement in both their short-term and long-term emotional well-being.

The financial bedrock of DACYM is a group of individuals who partner with us by donating. These donations contribute to every aspect of our ministry, whether that be the running of a lunchtime club or the pastoral /listening support of a young person in need. These gifts also help young people attend DACYM activities or residentials as we intentionally keep our costs as low as possible to enable all young people to engage no matter their family income.

We would really appreciate your support in reaching and supporting as many young people as possible.