Bridging the gap between cultures

Shantona is a unique service providing women, children, young people and families an open and transparent support system. Our diverse family support service offers a holistic approach to dealing with many complex issues and helps with breaking down complicated systems. With over 8 languages spoken at the centre we pride ourselves on having a multi-cultural team of workers who collectively bring together a broad range of experiences, different ideas and create a more knowledgeable support system for our users.

Shantona are currently working towards:

1. Engaging the most hard to reach families within the community who, even though are at their most vulnerable, are not identified as being by other service providers

2. Working with parents, children, young people and partners in order to raise aspirations and improve behaviour, attendance and achievements

3. Increasing the number of young people in employment, education and training

4. Reducing inequality and promoting better health within the community

5. Working towards reducing infant mortality through the volunteering programme