Alana House stories
Since its opening in 2010, Alana House has worked with hundreds of women seeking support to help them make positive choices and improve their futures.
Some of the women who use our services have agreed to share their stories about the impact Alana House has made in their lives.
* Names have been changed for confidentiality reasons
Bella’s story
Bella* was referred to Alana House after being arrested. An Alana House support worker built up trust with Bella and put support in place to help her make positive changes to her life...
Christy’s story
Christy* was referred to Alana House after being arrested. An Alana House support worker created a support plan which gave Christy a starting point to be able to make sense of what support she needed....
Kayla’s story
Kayla* was referred to Alana House in 2021. She needed support for her physical and mental health, her financial situation and her attitudes, thinking and behaviour...
Freya’s story
Freya* was referred to Alana House in 2021. She needed support with her mental health and she was managing a difficult family situation at home.
Sophie’s story
Sophie* was referred to Alana House’s Enrich programme in 2022 after being arrested. She needed support to make positive changes in her life.
Jessica’s story
Jessica* was referred to Alana House's Enrich programme when she was released from prison after 23 years. She felt scared and lost, and needed support to rebuild her life.
Katie’s story
Katie* was referred to Alana House in 2020 after experiencing domestic abuse. She felt isolated and was struggling financially.
Malisa’s story
Malisa* was referred to Alana House's Enrich programme in 2019 after leaving prison. She needed support to make positive changes in her life.
Amira’s story
Amira* referred herself to Alana House in June 2019. She needed support to manage her finances, find housing and build her confidence.
