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A volunteer with glasses standing in the centre of the photo. There are two more volunteers on her right and her left, and 3 mentors behind them. All of them are wearing The Usual Place uniform. The volunteer on the left is holding a certificate to give to the one with glasses. Everyone is looking into the camera and smiling.

Katy Has Completed Her Work Experience

24/06/2025
Today is Katy’s last day with The Usual Place, we have really enjoyed having her volunteering here on our 12 week programme of work experience. This programme is a great way for young people aged 14-26 with additional support needs...
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4 people standing and smiling. 2 volunteers in the centre-left foreground holding certificates and 2 mentors in the centre-right background behind them.

Brooke and Scarlett Complete Their Work Experience

02/06/2025
Congratulations to Brooke and Scarlett on completing their 6 week Work Experience Programme for S3 students in collaboration with Dumfries High School. Lived Experience Mentor, Kat and Trustee and Volunteer, Tadashi were very happy to present their certificates of achievement....
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One of the volunteers standing in the centre of the photo wearing The Usual Place uniform. He is holding 2 certificates. Behind him are 3 other volunteers and 7 mentors and staff, also wearing The Usual Place uniform. They are all looking into the camera and smiling.

Ryan Completed His Work Placement

29/05/2025
Wow, Ryan what a great achievement! Today is the Ryan’s last day of his school work experience placement. He has done well around the cafe; welcoming customers, checking stock levels, washing dishes, helping in the kitchen, baking, clearing and cleaning...
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