Support for 16-25s

Last updated: 16 November 2023

Further resources can be found on the Get Support page.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

Papyrus HOPELINE247 – Confidential support and advice to those under 35 who struggle with thoughts of suicide.

  • Call 0800 068 4141 (open 24 hours a day, every day)
  • Text 07860 039 967 (open 24 hours a day, every day)
  • Email pat@papyrus-uk.org (open 24 hours a day, every day)
  • Visit the Papyrus UK website for more resources

The Mix – Offering mental health support and signposting for 13-25s. Mix of tools and advice for essential support.

  • Contact their Crisis Messenger by texting THEMIX to 85258 (open 24 hours a day, every day)
  • Call 0808 808 4994 (4pm-11pm, Monday to Friday)
  • Visit The Mix website for more information

Samaritans – If you need someone to talk to, Samaritans listen without judging or telling you what to do. 

Homelessness

Alone in London – Advice and support for 16-25 year olds who are at risk of homelessness.

New Horizons – Providing support and advice around housing, training, employment and food, showers and laundry.

  • Visit the New Horizons website for more information about their services
  • Visit their Day Centre at 68 Chalton Street, NW1 1JR (open Monday to Friday, 10.30am – 1.30pm and 2pm – 4pm; Tuesdays are by appointment only)

The Passage – Provide food, healthcare services and temporary accommodation.

  • Visit The Passage’s website for more information about their services
  • Visit their Resource Centre at St Vincent’s Centre, Carlisle Place, London, SW1P 1NL (open Monday to Friday, 9am – 12pm & 1pm – 3.30pm)

Tailored support

LGBT+ Switchboard Helpline – Providing information and support for anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity.

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