The purpose-built youth centre was constructed in 1969.
“There’s a familiarity. It has always been a space for young people,” Carassik said.
The centre, which has a recording studio, rehearsal room, meeting spaces, counselling facilities, a kitchen and football court helps young people by providing one-to-one support and counselling.
Music and arts projects allow them to express themselves and find their voice, she added.
An NHS-funded project also helps refugees and asylum seekers, who get to speak their own language and eat food from their home countries.
“It might be the first place they feel welcome and kindness,” Carassik said.