Friday, November 19, 2010

I had no hope' - Inspiring Llanelli teen turned life around thanks to Prince's Trust

AN inspiring Llanelli teenager who has turned her life around, going from being suicidal to having ambition and drive, is in line for some well- deserved recognition.
Alisha Llewellyn, 17, of Llys Caradog, Llwynhendy, has undergone a remarkable transformation since gaining help from the Prince's Trust charity.
The youngster, who admits to have been feeling "suicidal all the time and taking overdoses", had been violent from a young age and could not understand why she was always so angry.
It took until she was 14 to be diagnosed with partial deafness and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder.
She said: "I was really low, had no self-esteem, no confidence and I had no hope."
After being removed from several schools she finally joined the Prince's Trust XL Club in Inkerman Street, which supports young people of school age at the Smart Project.
At first Alisha was very negative, but she grew in confidence and, importantly, began to support and help others in the group.
Within a year, she achieved her XL Bronze and Silver achievement awards.
It was the first time in her life she had ever received a certificate.
A Prince's Trust spokeswoman said: "The difference to Alisha is monumental. She has changed from an angry, confused and violent girl to a supportive, hard-working and ambitious one.
"She has overcome her hearing problems and her ADHD. She is looking forward to starting Swansea College to study travel and tourism and has a goal of becoming a holiday rep and travelling the world."
Now Alisha could win a Capgemini educational achiever award.
"For the first time in my life I have ambitions," she said.

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