b'thanks to the funding we have received from the beneficial experience for these young people and itireland funds we have been able to continue to re- allowsvolunteersandbuddiestointeractwhilecruit more volunteers in the project. in particular providing educational support and promoting socialtheYouthBuddiesprojecthasbenefitedgreatly inclusion. part of the help from the ireland fundsfromtheirelandfundsgrants.wehaverecently isbeingusedtocontributetowardsourmonthlytrained 4 more supervisors and 13 more transition outings and activities. without help like this, ouryear student volunteers. it has proven to be a very level of activities would be incredibly limited. [ Michelle Reilly, Leisure Buddies Coordinator ]Laura and CassandraSteven and Jason I just wish everyone could have this experience. After a whileand after getting to know each other, you nd you dont evensee someones disability. We just have so much fun together,says Dearbhla, a volunteer. My son John has been in Youth Buddies for six years,says Liz. John is 22 now and he loves it. The program isso important to him, and its brought a sense of pride tome as a mom. When he comes home from an activity,you know hes had a great day. And it gives me a weebreak and a chance to talk to other parents. Not only hasit been great for him, but it has taught me how to let goa bit and trust that hell be OK. Youth Buddies has be-come a part of our lives.Dearbhla and Bernardconnect2013 | 39'