What we do
Providing targeted, holistic group and 1:1 support including for LGBTQ+ young people, age 10-18 offering a safe space to meet weekly with peers, make friends, access 1:1 support from Barnardo’s youth workers, and take part in a range of activities building skills and confidence, and having fun along the way
We can help with
- No child should be left to deal with poor mental health alone so we provide services supporting children and young people's emotional health and wellbeing. We have centres where children and young people can visit and have a trained worker they can trust and talk to. We help them build their confidence and get to the root of their difficulties so they can feel safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful.
- If you are a parent/carer, find out more about Mental health
- Search for Mental health services
- Our youth services offer children and young people a safe space where they can build relationships, enjoy activities, develop new skills and receive support to help them make positive life choices.
- Search for Youth services services
- We work with young people who are homeless and those living in places that aren't safe or don't have a proper tenancy. We help them get somewhere to live that's right for them, and support them so they can sustain independent living.
- If you are a parent/carer, find out more about Housing and homelessness
- Search for Housing and homelessness services
- Leaving home can be a challenge for anyone, but it can be even tougher if you’re a young person leaving care. We support young people with their transition to independent living, by offering advice, supported lodgings and help getting a job.
- If you are a parent/carer, find out more about Leaving care
- Search for Leaving care services