C Card Scheme
W: https://www.leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/
T: 0300 124 0102 or 0800 318 908
E: n/a
About Us
Community based sexual health services to ensure easy access to free condoms, pregnancy testing, relationship advice and signposting for under 25 year olds.
How to access
St Peters Health Centre, Sparkenhoe Street, Leicester, LE2 0TA
Various registration sites across area, no referral needed.
Lines are open Monday to Friday: 9am – 7:30pm Saturday: 10am – 1:30pm
Centre for Fun and Families
W: http://funandfamilies.co.uk/cff2014/
T: 0116 2234 254
E: centre@funandfamilies.org.uk
About Us
Offers group sessions to young people and parents/carers of children aged 3-17 years old
How to access
Contact for specific times/groups
177/179 Narborough Road,
Leicester, LE3 0PE
Childline/NSPCC
W: https://www.childline.org.uk/
T: 0800 1111
E: Email service but have to sign up as a member. Online chat tool. help@nspcc.org.uk
About Us
Offering a free, private and confidential service information and advice to children and young people. Online chat and phoneline to offer support. Can support child to fill in referral forms over the phone
How to access
Self referral
24hours 7 day
NSPCC Weston House, 42 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3NH
Volunteering: Yes
Leicestershire Cares
W: www.leicestershirecares.co.uk
T: 0116 275 6490
E: peter@leicestershirecares.co.uk
About Us
Supports young people in care or leaving care on to the next steps in life by opening their eyes to the possibilities in the world of work. This includes company tours, talks and mentored work placements. All programmes are tailored to meet individual needs.
How to access
Agency/professional to refer via online form
Family Lifestyle Club
W: http://www.lnds.nhs.uk/
T: 0116 222 7145
About Us
Weight management service for overweight children and their families. Offers dietetic led healthy weight pathway for children aged 4-16
How to access
Directly through referral via phone
Leicestershire Nutrition and Dietetic Services, Leicestershire Partnership Trust, OSL House, East Link Meridian Business Park, Leics., LE19 1XU
Healthy Together Programme Public Health Nursing
W: https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/Library/AboutYourSchoolNursingService.pdf
or https://www.healthforkids.co.uk
or https://www.healthforteens.co.uk
T: 0116 225 6000 or chat health text service 07520 615387
E: sarah.fenwick@leicspart.nhs.uk
About Us
Public health service for those aged 5-19, central point of contact for children and young people and their families, nurse led public health provision, promotion and support with physical, emotional and social needs.
How to access
GP/ Healthcare professional/ School/Teacher or self
School Nursing Service Families, Young People and Children’s Services, Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, Bridge Park Plaza, Bridge Park Road, Thurmaston, Leics., LE4 8PQ
Kooth
w: http://www.kooth.com
T: n/a
E: n/a
About Us
Free, safe, anonymous online support with online counsellors. Can track own progress with online journal
How to access
Referral Online
Counsellors online Mon – Fri 12pm – 10pm / Saturday Sunday 6pm – 10pm
Loughborough Youth Affairs
W: n/a
T: 01509 236043
E: amy.cope@leics.gov.uk
About Us
Advice for young people with a range of issues including benefits, housing problems, family problems, mental health issues. Youth projects and disability projects. Young carers project. Support for young people that self-harm. Refugee/asylum seekers.
How to access
self via email or phone
Mountfields Lodge Youth Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leics., LE11 3GE
Papyrus
W: www.papyrus-uk.org
T: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07786 209697
E: pat@papyrus-uk.org
About Us
Charity for the prevention of young suicide, offering confidential support and awareness training.
How to access
Self referral
Helpline
Mon – Fri: 10am – 10pm,
Sat & Sun 2pm – 10pm,
Bank holidays: 2pm – 10pm
PAPRUS, Lineva House,
28-32 Milner Street, Warrington,
Cheshire, WA5 1AD
Soft Touch Arts
W: www.soft-touch.org.uk
T: 0116 255 2592
E: info@soft-touch.org.uk
About Us
Projects of arts, media and music activities supporting disadvantaged young people to develop creative, social and employability skills. Helps them to build confidence and resilience to change negative or risky behaviours and lead healthier and fulfilling lives.
How to access
50 New Walk
Leicester
LE1 6TF
Self refer via phone or online
The Mix
W: http://www.themix.org.uk/
T: 0808 808 4994
E: n/a
About Us
Information and support to deal with any issues for people under the age of 25. Free and confidential multi-channel service – articles, videos, phone, email, peer to peer and counselling services
How to access
Self referral
1-2-1 chat online 4pm – 11pm
Helpline 11am-11pm every day
100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH
The Salvation Army
W: http://www.leicestersouthsa.org.uk/
T: 0116 2774114
E: office@leicestersouthsa.org.uk
About Us
Various activity groups throughout the week: Youth club (7-12 years old) term time; Fridays at 6pm
How to access
New members always welcome. Most cost around £1 per session, but enquire for specific details of each group.
The Salvation Army, Ladysmith Road (off Saffron Road), South Wigston, LE18 4UZ
Volunteering: Yes
The Yes Project
W: www.yesproject.org
T: 0116 257 4973
E: n/a
About Us
Support young people (Age 15-24) in Leicester and Leicestershire to overcome challenges and barriers that have prevented them from finding a job or seeking further education.
The project offers a range of courses and support services, tailored to individuals’ needs. A mentor will be assigned to help them build confidence, achieve qualification and skills, and prepare for work.
How to access
Self refer via phone or online.
Young Minds
W: http://youngminds.org.uk
T: 0808 802 5544
E: n/a
About Us
UK leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people. Website offering advice and information for young people with mental health issues. Free helpline to discuss issues. Various projects.
How to access
Self referral
Baden Place, London, SE1 1YW
Helpline Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm
Youth Access
W: http://www.youthaccess.org.uk/
T: 020 8772 9900
E: n/a
About Us
Advice and counselling network website with information about local services which may be of use
How to access
Youth Access, 1-2 Taylors Yard, 67 Alderbrook Road, London, SW12 8AD
C Card Scheme
W: https://www.leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/
T: 0300 124 0102 or 0800 318 908
E: n/a
About Us
Community based sexual health services to ensure easy access to free condoms, pregnancy testing, relationship advice and signposting for under 25-year-olds.
How to access
St Peters Health Centre, Sparkenhoe Street, Leicester, LE2 0TA
Various registration sites across area, no referral needed.
Lines are open Monday to Friday: 9am – 7:30pm Saturday: 10am – 1:30pm
Centre for Fun and Families
W: http://funandfamilies.co.uk/cff2014/
T: 0116 2234 254
E: centre@funandfamilies.org.uk
About Us
Offers group sessions to young people and parents/carers of children aged 3-17 years old
How to access
Contact for specific times/groups
177/179 Narborough Road,
Leicester, LE3 0PE
Childline/NSPCC
W: https://www.childline.org.uk/
W: www.NSPCC.org.uk
T: 0800 1111
E: Email service but have to sign up as a member. Online chat tool. help@nspcc.org.uk
About Us
Offering a free, private and confidential service information and advice to children and young people. Online chat and phoneline to offer support. Can support child to fill in referral forms over the phone
How to access
Self referral
24hours 7 day
NSPCC Weston House, 42 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3NH
Volunteering: Yes
Leicestershire Cares
W: www.leicestershirecares.co.uk
T: 0116 275 6490
E: peter@leicestershirecares.co.uk
About Us
Supports young people in care or leaving care on to the next steps in life by opening their eyes to the possibilities in the world of work. This includes company tours, talks and mentored work placements. All programmes are tailored to meet individual needs.
How to access
Agency/professional to refer via online form
Family Lifestyle Club
W: http://www.lnds.nhs.uk/
T: 0116 222 7170
E: FLIC@lnds.nhs.uk
About Us
Weight management service for overweight children and their families. Offers dietetic led healthy weight pathway for children aged 4-16
How to access
Directly through referral via phone
Leicestershire Nutrition and Dietetic Services, Leicestershire Partnership Trust, OSL House, East Link Meridian Business Park, Leics., LE19 1XU
Healthy Together Programme Public Health Nursing
W: https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/Library/AboutYourSchoolNursingService.pdf
or https://www.healthforkids.co.uk
or https://www.healthforteens.co.uk
T: 0116 225 6000 or chat health text service 07520 615387
E: sarah.fenwick@leicspart.nhs.uk
About Us
Public health service for those aged 5-19, central point of contact for children and young people and their families, nurse led public health provision, promotion and support with physical, emotional and social needs.
How to access
GP/ Healthcare professional/ School/Teacher or self
School Nursing Service Families, Young People and Children’s Services, Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, Bridge Park Plaza, Bridge Park Road, Thurmaston, Leics., LE4 8PQ
Kooth
w: http://www.kooth.com
T: n/a
E: n/a
About Us
Free, safe, anonymous online support with online counsellors. Can track own progress with online journal
How to access
Referral Online
Counsellors online Mon – Fri 12pm – 10pm / Saturday Sunday 6pm – 10pm
Loughborough Youth Affairs
W: n/a
T: 01509 236043
E: amy.cope@leics.gov.uk
About Us
Advice for young people with a range of issues including benefits, housing problems, family problems, mental health issues. Youth projects and disability projects. Young carers project. Support for young people that self harm. Refugee/asylum seekers.
How to access
self via email or phone
Mountfields Lodge Youth Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leics., LE11 3GE
Papyrus
W: www.papyrus-uk.org
T: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07786 209697
E: pat@papyrus-uk.org
About Us
Charity for the prevention of young suicide, offering confidential support and awareness training.
How to access
Self referral
Helpline
Mon – Fri: 10am – 10pm,
Sat & Sun 2pm – 10pm,
Bank holidays: 2pm – 10pm
PAPRUS, Lineva House,
28-32 Milner Street, Warrington,
Cheshire, WA5 1AD
Soft Touch Arts
W: www.soft-touch.org.uk
T: 0116 255 2592
E: info@soft-touch.org.uk
About Us
Projects of arts, media and music activities supporting disadvantaged young people to develop creative, social and employability skills. Helps them to build confidence and resilience to change negative or risky behaviours and lead healthier and fulfilling lives.
How to access
50 New Walk
Leicester
LE1 6TF
Self refer via phone or online
The Mix
W: http://www.themix.org.uk/
T: 0808 808 4994
E: n/a
About Us
Information and support to deal with any issues for people under the age of 25. Free and confidential multi-channel service – articles, videos, phone, email, peer to peer and counselling services
How to access
self referral
1-2-1 chat online 4pm – 11pm
Helpline 11am-11pm every day
100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH
The Salvation Army Leicester South
W: http://www.leicestersouthsa.org.uk/
T: 0116 2774114
E: office@leicestersouthsa.org.uk
About Us
Various activity groups throughout the week – Youth club (7-12 years old) term time; Fridays at 6pm
How to access
New members always welcome.
Most cost around £1 per session, but enquire for specific details of each group.
Volunteering: Yes
The Yes Project
W: www.yesproject.org
T: 0116 257 4973
E: n/a
About Us
Support young people (Age 15-24) in Leicester and Leicestershire to overcome challenges and barriers that have prevented them from finding a job or seeking further education.
The project offers a range of courses and support services, tailored to individuals’ needs. A mentor will be assigned to help them build confidence, achieve qualification and skills, and prepare for work.
How to access
Self refer online
Young Minds
W: http://youngminds.org.uk
T: 0808 802 5544
E: n/a
About Us
UK leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people. Website offering adivce and information for young people with mental health issues. Free helpline to discuss issues. Various projects.
How to access
Self referral
Baden Place, London, SE1 1YW
Helpline Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm
Youth Access
W: http://www.youthaccess.org.uk/
T: 020 8772 9900
E: n/a
About Us
Advice and counselling network website with information about local services which may be of use
How to access
Youth Access, 1-2 Taylors Yard, 67 Alderbrook Road, London, SW12 8AD
C Card Scheme
W: https://www.leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/
T: 0300 124 0102 or 0800 318 908
E: n/a
About Us
Community based sexual health services to ensure easy access to free condoms, pregnancy testing, relationship advice and signposting for under 25 year olds.
How to access
St Peters Health Centre, Sparkenhoe Street, Leicester, LE2 0TA
Various registration sites across area, no referral needed.
Lines are open Monday to Friday: 9am – 7:30pm Saturday: 10am – 1:30pm
Centre for Fun and Families
W: http://funandfamilies.co.uk/cff2014/
T: 0116 2234 254
E: centre@funandfamilies.org.uk
About Us
Offers group sessions to young people and parents/carers of children aged 3-17 years old
How to access
Contact for specific times/groups
177/179 Narborough Road,
Leicester, LE3 0PE
Childline/NSPCC
W: https://www.childline.org.uk/
T: 0800 1111
E: n/a
About Us
Offering a free, private and confidential service information and advice to children and young people. Online chat and phoneline to offer support. Can support child to fill in referral forms over the phone
How to access
Self referral
24hours 7 day
NSPCC Weston House, 42 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3NH
Volunteering: Yes
Family Lifestyle Club
W: http://www.lnds.nhs.uk/
T: 0116 222 7145
About Us
Weight management service for overweight children and their families. Offers dietetic led healthy weight pathway for children aged 4-16
How to access
Directly through referral via phone
Leicestershire Nutrition and Dietetic Services, Leicestershire Partnership Trust, OSL House, East Link Meridian Business Park, Leics., LE19 1XU
Leicestershire Cares
W: www.leicestershirecares.co.uk
T: 0116 275 6490
E: peter@leicestershirecares.co.uk
About Us
Supports young people in care or leaving care on to the next steps in life by opening their eyes to the possibilities in the world of work. This includes company tours, talks and mentored work placements. All programmes are tailored to meet individual needs.
How to access
Agency/professional to refer via online form
Healthy Together Programme Public Health Nursing
W: https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/Library/AboutYourSchoolNursingService.pdf
or https://www.healthforkids.co.uk
or https://www.healthforteens.co.uk
T: 0116 225 6000 or chat health text service 07520 615387
E: sarah.fenwick@leicspart.nhs.uk
About Us
Public health service for those aged 5-19, central point of contact for children and young people and their families, nurse led public health provision, promotion and support with physical, emotional and social needs.
How to access
GP/ Healthcare professional/ School/Teacher or self
School Nursing Service Families, Young People and Children’s Services, Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, Bridge Park Plaza, Bridge Park Road, Thurmaston, Leics., LE4 8PQ
Kooth
w: http://www.kooth.com
T: n/a
E: n/a
About Us
Free, safe, anonymous online support with online counsellors. Can track own progress with online journal
How to access
Referral Online
Counsellors online Mon – Fri 12pm – 10pm / Saturday Sunday 6pm – 10pm
Loughborough Youth Affairs
W: n/a
T: 01509 236043
E: amy.cope@leics.gov.uk
About Us
Advice for young people with a range of issues including benefits, housing problems, family problems, mental health issues. Youth projects and disability projects. Young carers project. Support for young people that self harm. Refugee/asylum seekers.
How to access
self via email or phone
Mountfields Lodge Youth Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leics., LE11 3GE
Papyrus
W: www.papyrus-uk.org
T: 0800 068 4141
Text: 07786 209697
E: pat@papyrus-uk.org
About Us
Charity for the prevention of young suicide, offering confidential support and awareness training.
How to access
Self referral
Helpline
Mon – Fri: 10am – 10pm,
Sat & Sun 2pm – 10pm,
Bank holidays: 2pm – 10pm
PAPRUS, Lineva House,
28-32 Milner Street, Warrington,
Cheshire, WA5 1AD
Soft Touch Arts
W: www.soft-touch.org.uk
T: 0116 255 2592
E: info@soft-touch.org.uk
About Us
Projects of arts, media and music activities supporting disadvantaged young people to develop creative, social and employability skills. Helps them to build confidence and resilience to change negative or risky behaviours, and lead healthier and fulfilling lives.
How to access
50 New Walk
Leicester
LE1 6TF
Self refer via phone or online
The Mix
W: http://www.themix.org.uk/
T: 0808 808 4994
E: n/a
About Us
Information and support to deal with any issues for people under the age of 25. Free and confidential multi-channel service – articles, videos, phone, email, peer to peer and counselling services
How to access
self referral
1-2-1 chat online 4pm – 11pm
Helpline 11am-11pm every day
100 Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0DH
The Salvation Army
W: http://www.leicestersouthsa.org.uk/
T: 0116 2774114
E: office@leicestersouthsa.org.uk
About Us
Various activity groups throughout the week: Youth club (7-12 years old) term time; Fridays at 6pm
How to access
New members always welcome. Most cost around £1 per session, but enquire for specific details of each group.
The Salvation Army, Ladysmith Road (off Saffron Road), South Wigston, LE18 4UZ
Volunteering: Yes
The Yes Project
W: www.yesproject.org
T: 0116 257 4973
E: n/a
About Us
Support young people (Age 15-24) in Leicester and Leicestershire to overcome challenges and barriers that have prevented them from finding a job or seeking further education.
The project offers a range of courses and support services, tailored to individuals’ needs. A mentor will be assigned to help them build confidence, achieve qualification and skills, and prepare for work.
How to access
self referral online
Young Minds
W: http://youngminds.org.uk
T: 0808 802 5544
E: n/a
About Us
UK leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people. Website offering advice and information for young people with mental health issues. Free helpline to discuss issues. Various projects.
How to access
Self referral
Baden Place, London, SE1 1YW
Helpline Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm
Youth Access
W: http://www.youthaccess.org.uk/
T: 020 8772 9900
E: n/a
About Us
Advice and counselling network website with information about local services which may be of use
How to access
Youth Access, 1-2 Taylors Yard, 67 Alderbrook Road, London, SW12 8AD
Childline/NSPCC
W: www.childline.org.uk
T: 0800 1111
E: help@nspcc.org.uk
About Us:
Offering a free, private and confidential service information and advice to children and young people. Online chat and phoneline to offer support. Can support child to fill in referral forms over the phone.
How to access
NSPCC Weston House, 42 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3NH
24/7 Service
Online form on the website
Kooth
W: www.koothplc.com
T: n/a
E: n/a
About Us:
Free, safe, anonymous online support with online counsellors. Can track own progress with online journal
How to access
Online
Counsellors Online
Monday-Friday 12pm-10pm
Saturday-Sunday 6pm-10pm
Self
The Mix
W: www.themix.org.uk
T: 0808 808 4994, Crisis messenger service text THEMIX to 85258
E: n/a, Chat on website
About Us:
Information and support to deal with any issues for people under the age of 25. Free and confidential multi-channel service – articles, videos, phone, email, peer to peer and counselling services
How to access
The Mix, 209 City Road, London EC1V 1JN
1pm-11pm EVERYDAY
Self, online form on the website
Volunteering: Yes
Yes Project
W: www.yesproject.org
T: 0116 257 4973
E: info@yesproject.org
About Us:
YES project – Support young people (Age 15-24) in Leicester and Leicestershire to overcome challenges and barriers that have prevented them from finding a job or seeking further education.
The project offers a range of courses and support services, tailored to individuals’ needs. A mentor will be assigned to help them build confidence, achieve qualification and skills, and prepare for work.
How to access
Monday-Friday 09:00-16:30
Self, online form on the website
Volunteering: n/a
Young Minds
W: www.youngminds.org.uk
T: 0808 802 5544
E: n/a
About Us:
UK leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of young people. Website offering advice and information for young people with mental health issues. Free helpline for the parents of young people to discuss worries about their child. Various projects.
How to access
45 Curlew St 4th Floor, India House, London SE1 2ND
Helpline Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm
Self, online form on the website
Volunteering: n/a
Youth Access
W: www.youthaccess.org.uk
T: 020 8772 9900
E: admin@youthaccess.org
About Us:
Advice and counselling network website with information about local services which may be of use.
How to access
Youth Access, 1-2 Taylors Yard, 67 Alderbrook Road, London, SW12 8AD
Volunteering: n/a
Children and Family Wellbeing Service Triage Team
W: https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/social-care-and-supporting-families/children-and-family-wellbeing-service
T: 0116 305 8727
E: n/a
About Us:
Provide support to those who have, or still are, suffering from domestic abuse or with their mental health and wellbeing, or need some extra help with SEND, parenting, or supporting targeted young people, including those who are at risk of crime; provide early help services to a child, young person, or family, where they are experiencing difficulties that cannot be supported by universal services, such as schools or GPs alone
How to access
Visit website
Self or Professional
Volunteering: Yes
Harborough District Children and Young People’s Charity (HCYC)
W: www.hcyc.org.uk
T: 07502365379
E: info@hcyc.org.uk
About Us:
Providing play and youth work activities and projects across Harborough District, helping children and young people to develop their potential and receive the support they need. Working with Parish Councils to provide rural provision for isolated young people.
How to access
HCYC, The Symington Building, Adam and Eve Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7AG
No referral process
Volunteering: Yes
Spectrum Autism Group
W: https://www.facebook.com/groups/spectrumautismgroup/
T: 07745 891 834 (Emma)
E: spectrumautismgroup@yahoo.com
About Us:
A volunteer charitable organisation for parents/carers of children, young people and adults on the Autism Spectrum or on the Autism diagnosis pathway; they provide Autism Information, a lending library of books/equipment and invite professional speakers to their support group; they also run weekly cuppa and chat drop in session, private hire family swimming, monthly pamper sessions for carers and inclusive activities
How to access
New Horizons Hall, Baptist Church, Coventry Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9BX
1st Wednesday of the month 7.30-9.20PM; 3rd Friday of the month 10AM-12PM
No referral process
Volunteering: N/A
The Cube Youth
W: https://thecubeyouth.uk/
T: 01858 437650
E: admin@thecubeyouth.uk
About Us:
Supports young people to be confident in themselves, in their relationships and in their world. Provides various support including, a Youth Group and Wellbeing Service, which offers counselling, mentoring and life skills courses.
How to access
Symingtons Recreational Ground, St Mary’s Road, Market Harborough, England LE16 7DN, United Kingdom
Groups on Website
No referral process
Volunteering: N/A
Mission Statement
To help those in need across Leicester and to help access services.
Contact Us
Life Links, 60 Charles Street
Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1FB
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Freephone
0800 023 4575
