Youth & Young People Support
If you, a patient, or a family member is a young person in need of support, there are services available to help with mental health, personal development, and overall well-being. This page provides contacts for organisations dedicated to the support and guidance of young people facing various challenges.
If You, a Patient, or a Family Member Needs Help:
Here are resources designed to support young people and their specific needs:
Young People Support Services: These organisations focus on the overall well-being of young individuals, providing mental health services, personal development programmes, and guidance to help young people navigate challenges like school pressures, relationships, and personal growth.
Counselling for Young People: Specialist counselling services that offer emotional support and crisis intervention for young people dealing with anxiety, depression, bullying, or other issues affecting their mental health.
Youth Mental Health Services: Resources designed specifically for the mental health needs of young people, providing early intervention and ongoing support to help them manage mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or self-harm.
Youth Crisis Helplines: Immediate support for young people in crisis, offering confidential advice and emergency assistance for those struggling with difficult life circumstances.
Peer Support Groups for Young People: Opportunities for young individuals to connect with others going through similar experiences, fostering a sense of community and offering peer-based guidance and support.
FRANK
Provides FREE info on drugs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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0300 123 6600
Farm Community Network
Provides pastoral and practical support to farming people during periods of anxiety, stress, and farm problems.
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03000 111 999
First Light (Cornwall & IOS Domestic Abuse)
Domestic abuse and sexual violence support for men, women, children, and young people affected by rape and assault.
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0300 777 4777
Food Banks
Provides food for individuals and families in financial crisis.
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GAMCARE
Provides support, information, and advice for anyone suffering from a gambling problem.
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0808 8020 133
Galop
Emotional and practical support for LGBT people experiencing domestic abuse.
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0800 999 5428
Gingerbread
Provides expert advice, practical support, and campaigns for single parents.
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0808 802 0925
Harris Memorial Surgery
Clinton Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4RX
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01209 842447
Healthy Cornwall
Provides access to advice and training on a wide variety of health issues.
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01209 615600
Family Information Service (Cornwall Council)
A gateway for children's centres, childcare, and community resources for parents.
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0800 587 8191
Farm Cornwall
Farm business advice and rural outreach.
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01736 367589 / 07775 667825
Fisherman's Mission
Provides emergency support and emotional care for active or retired fishermen and their families.
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01736 363499
GP Health for Homeless
Truro Health Park, Infirmary Hill, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2JA
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01872 273617
Georgia's Voice
Mental health support groups for young women 18-25 yrs across Cornwall
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Grassroots Suicide Prevention (Stay Alive App)
Free app offering help and support for people with thoughts of suicide or concerned about someone else.
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Hayle Youth Project
Provides fun activities and support for young people facing challenging situations.
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01736 755790
Hear Our Voice
Helps young people explore mental health issues through informal youth work.
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01872 222447