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Wales Online
Lauren Davidson & Nisha Mal

'I was a homeless drug addict but turned my life around after being given a chance'

A man who was once a homeless drug addict turned his life around. With the help of a local homeless charity, a kind-hearted volunteer tutor and a gym that 'gave him a chance' Ryan Riley is now the happiest he has been in a long time.

The 29-year-old was in and out of prison, as he dabbled in crime to fund his addiction. He is now determined to help others who have been in a similar situation and feel like they have nowhere to turn.

Ryan has been sober for five months and sought help at a charity in Grimsby called Harbour Place. It was here that his interest in fitness inspired staff to deliver educational courses to service users.

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