Places to get Support
Whatever is going on for you, you don’t need to deal with it alone.
- AT SOMERVILLE
- Talk to a member of staff — any time, about anything.
- We will help you find the right support.
- CHILDLINE
- Talk to someone about anything, whatever your worry.
- It’s better out than in.
- childline.org.uk • 0800 1111
→Not sure who to talk to? Any member of staff can point you in the right direction.
MENTAL HEALTH
- TEXT A CRISIS LINE
- Text SHOUT to 85258, anytime, 24/7.
- Free and confidential.
- KOOTH — kooth.com
- Free, anonymous online counselling.
- No referral needed.
- THE MULBERRY HUB
- Walk-in GP or counsellor for 13–25s.
- Mon & Wed, 4–7pm.
- 0203 747 0565
- CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)
- For ongoing or complex needs.
- Ask your GP or school to refer you.
- BEAT — beateatingdisorders.org.uk
- Support and a helpline for eating disorders.
- MIND — mind.org.uk/for-young-people
- Lots of resources available covering things like self harm, racism and more.
→Struggling? You don’t have to wait until it’s a crisis. Talk to someone today.
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
INSIGHT LEWISHAM
Free, friendly, confidential advice for under-25s.
For your own use, or if someone else’s use affects you.
insightyoungpeople.org.uk
YOU WON’T BE JUDGED
It’s OK to ask questions or ask for help.
Talking to someone doesn’t mean you’re in trouble.
→Worried about your own or a friend’s drug or alcohol use? Just ask — it’s confidential.
SEXUAL HEALTH
BROOK — brook.org.uk/help-advice
Clear, reliable info on sexual health, contraception, gender, sexuality and relationships.
FIND A CLINIC
NHS clinic finder — https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/sexual-health-services/find-a-sexual-health-clinic/
Includes drop-ins just for Under 17s or Under 25s.
LGBTQIA+ — The Proud Trust
theproudtrust.org.uk
Explore your identity and find local youth groups.
CONTRACEPTION — SH:24
sh24.org.uk
Compare options and get access anonymously.
DISABILITY — enhancetheuk.org
Sex and Relationships Guide, made with Enhance the UK.
For disabled young people navigating sex and intimacy.
→ Your body, your choices. These services are free, confidential and nonjudgemental.
VIOLENCE AND STAYING SAFE
FEARLESS — crimestoppers-uk.org/fearless
Give information about crime — knife crime, weapons, exploitation — 100% anonymously.
0800 555 111. No one can trace who contacted them.
WORRIED ABOUT KNIVES OR WEAPONS?
Carrying a weapon puts you at greater risk, not less.
Talk to a member of staff if you or a friend feel unsafe.
→ If you ever feel unsafe on your way here or on your way home, tell a member of staff.
EXPERIENCING OR WITNESSING HARM
Please reach out. You deserve support, and none of this is your fault.
- NSPCC
- If you’re worried about your own safety or someone else’s, they can help.
- 0808 800 5000 • help@nspcc.org.uk
- SEXUAL ABUSE OR ASSAULT
- Find your nearest Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) on nhs.uk.
- They help everyone, regardless of age or gender.
- ABUSE AT HOME
- National Domestic Abuse Helpline:
- 0808 2000 247
- RAPE CRISIS
- If you’re over 16: Call 0808 500 2222
- Or use the online chat at 247 – sexualabusesupport.org.uk
→ Talk to staff at Somerville — we will help you get the support you need.
DISABILITY AND SEND SUPPORT
- HEART N SOUL — heartnsoul.co.uk
- Deptford-based creative arts charity for people with learning disabilities.
- Squidz Club: their night for 10–25 year olds, at The Albany.
- RESOURCES FOR AUTISM
- resourcesforautism.org.uk
- Support for autistic young people and families.
- Social group for 16–18s & 19-25s, Thursday evenings, right here at Somerville!
- WHIZZ-KIDZ — whizz-kidz.org.uk
- National charity for young wheelchair users up to 25.
- Equipment, wheelchair skills training, and youth clubs to make friends and build confidence.
→ Ask a member of staff about the Resources for Autism group at Somerville.
MORE PLACES TO HANG OUT
Somerville isn’t the only place — other youth clubs and spaces across Lewisham:
- WOODPECKER YOUTH CLUB — New Cross
- Music studio, dance, gaming, boxing and more.
- RIVERSIDE YOUTH CLUB — Deptford
- 3G football pitch, gym and indoor sports.
- MILLWALL COMMUNITY TRUST
- Free football and multi-sport sessions across Lewisham.
- GROVE PARK YOUTH CLUB — Marvels Lane
- Youth club activities for the south of the borough.
- Youth Services LEWISHAM COUNCIL — youth.lewisham.gov.uk
- Every youth club and adventure playground in the borough, with addresses and opening times.
→ Not sure which club is right for you? Ask a member of staff at Somerville.
MUSIC AND ARTS IN LEWISHAM
More creative spaces for young people across the borough:
- THE ALBANY — Deptford
- Arts centre with a youth programme.
- LEWISHAM YOUTH THEATRE — Catford
- Free drama and theatre, ages 8–25. No audition needed.
- THE MIDI MUSIC COMPANY — Deptford
- Music courses, studio time, ages 11–30.
- LEWISHAM MUSIC — Bellingham
- Free/low-cost music lessons, bands and production sessions, based at The Fellowship.
→ Not sure which club is right for you? Ask a member of staff at Somerville.