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Young People
Local Support
2BU Somerset
Provides specialist support for LGBTQ+ young people aged 11 to 25 across Somerset. You can talk to someone by phone or text.
BANDs – Frome
Bath Autism and NeuroDiversity Spectrums (BANDs) offers social activities and peer support for people aged 16+ with autism or similar neurodiverse conditions in Frome and nearby areas.
Focus Counselling Agency – Frome
Affordable counselling for adults, young people and children. Focus Frome and Focus Wells are part of Focus Bath.
Mind in Somerset – Young People
Offers one-to-one support and peer groups for under 25s across Somerset. You can talk to someone who won’t judge and will help you build confidence and self-esteem.
Mindline 24/7 01823 276892
Reaching Out – Frome Tennis Club
Free tennis coaching and membership for children aged 4 to 18 from low-income families, adopted children, and those in foster care.
Route 1 Advocacy - Somerset
Advice and advocacy for children and young people in care.
Somerset – Wide Integrated Sexual Health Service (SWISH)
Free and confidential testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, and a full range of contraception. Open to all ages, including under 16s.
Somerset Young Carers
Support, advice and respite for children and young people under 18 who care for someone at home.
Somerset SEND
Information and activities for children and young people (0–25) with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Super Roots Frome
Outdoor play and craft sessions for children aged 7 to 13. Activities include tool use, natural crafts, and campfire cooking.
The Giant’s Garden – Frome
A community garden space for young people to enjoy nature, relax, and take part in gardening.
The Pod – Frome
Charity supporting individuals with additional needs and young carers. Runs youth clubs and social groups.
We’ve Got This – Somerset
Peer mentor support for young adults aged 16 to 25. Offers group and one-to-one sessions to help with mental health and wellbeing.
YMCA East Somerset
Supported housing and youth services to build confidence and independence.
YMCA Mendip area – Youth Clubs
Youth clubs for ages 10–19 in Frome, Coleford, Wells, Glastonbury, and Street.
YOU-TH SPACE Counselling – Frome
Affordable counselling for 15–18-year-olds. Free for those who need it.
Young Persons Clinic – Frome Medical Practice
Walk-in clinic for ages 13–19. Sexual health, contraception, and mental health support.
Wednesdays, 3 pm to 5 pm
Area 7, upstairs at Frome Medical Practice
Young Somerset
Offers wellbeing support for young people using practical tools and techniques. Support is available for anxiety, low mood, phobias, OCD, and more.
YWAF – Youth With A Future
A Christian charity supporting young people aged 16 to 25 in the Mendip area. Offers help with housing, homelessness, and youth activities.
National Support
Kooth – Online Mental Health Support
Free, safe, anonymous online mental health support for ages 11–18 (up to 25 in some areas).
NHS Mental Health Advice for Children, Young People and Parents
Trusted NHS advice for children, young people, and parents on mental health topics.
NSPCC – Building Connections
Online befriending service for young people up to 19 who feel lonely.
Papyrus HOPELINE247
Free, confidential support for under-35s having thoughts of suicide or anyone worried about a young person.
Royal College of Psychiatrists – Mental Health Information
Mental health information for children, teenagers, parents, and carers.
Tellmi App
Safe, anonymous app for young people to talk about mental health and relationships.
Charlie Waller Trust
Free mental health resources for young people, parents, and schools.
Childline
Free, confidential support for anyone under 19 in the UK. You can talk to a trained counsellor about anything, 24 hours a day.
PROMISEworks
Provides mentoring for children and young people aged 5 to 25 who are facing challenges at home, in education, or in training.