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Local Support Organisations & Services 

There are some local support groups that young people (16+) can access for information, advice and support. We recommend making contact with the service to find out what they offer. 

 

AddUp - ADHD information support service

AddUp offers information, advice & support for ADHD related enquiries. 

For more information please contact the service as follows:

Telephone: 01708 454040
Website: www.addup.co.uk

 

 

DABD – enabling independence – information support service

DABD provide services that give people the opportunities to create a better life.
The services they offer include:

  • benefits & financial advice
  • support into education, skills & employment
  • personal care
  • accessible transport

For more information please contact the service as follows:

Telephone: 0208 592 8603 

 

 

Local Offer - Havering Council's information support directory

With a wide range of Information, the local offer helps you understand what services are available to you. These range from education, health & social care.

The Local Offer provides you with information on services such as: 

  • universal services (such as GPs and schools) 
  • targeted services (services which support over and above universal services)
  • specialist services (longer-term support)

For more information please click on the following link:

 

 

Havering Works - employment and skills advice provided by the London Borough of Havering

Havering Works supports those who are 19+ seeking employment.

They offer:

  • support with CV writing
  • support with job applications and interview preparations
  • one-to-one assessment of skills and training development needs 
  • guidance from a mentor 
  • support with developing an action plan to secure education/employment
  • information on specialist agencies and/or more specialist support

For more information please contact the service as follows:

Telephone: 01708 432567 

 

 

Sycamore Trust - Autism Support Service

Sycamore Trust offers young people’s support services, adult services & family services.

They offer a range of support such as:

  • signposting and advice on education, health & social care
  • family support
  • girls' group
  • peer support group
  • youth clubs
  • autism ambassadors
  • volunteering
  • outreach
  • autism awareness

For more information please contact the service as follows:

Telephone: 0208 517 9317

 

 

Havering MIND:

Is an independent local charity (affiliated to the National MIND charity) that provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. 

They provide services, raise awareness and promote understanding. Their website provides answers to the most frequently asked questions.

Havering MIND regularly offer a Ready for Adulthood programme. This is a 6-week in-person programme supporting young people 17-25 in Havering, Barking & Dagenham who are struggling with their mental health. The sessions are engaging and interactive, providing tips and techniques to help manage common challenges. They offer a safe and non-judgemental space for young people to connect and have their voices heard.

Young people can self-refer to the Ready for Adulthood programmeor a referral can be made by a professional. Once a referral is made MIND will reach out to you to arrange an in-person meet or a virtual chat to introduce themselves and the programme.  They will check that they are the right support for you and deide whether any other support or signposting can be provided, then you are all set to join.
For more information on the Ready for Adulthood Programme please click on the following link: Ready for Adulthood Programme: MIND : 17-25 years
 

If you cannot find what you are looking for, or wish to speak to someone directly, please contact general enquiries as follows:                                 

Email: [email protected]    
Telephone: 01708 457040

 

 

Kooth:

This is an online service that gives young people 16-19 in north-east London immediate access to a community of peers and a team of experienced, accredited counsellors. 

Access is free, with no waiting times, no referrals and you can remain anonymous.

The service is open for support 365 days a year, between 12pm -10pm weekdays and 6pm-10pm on weekends and holidays.
Website:  www.kooth.com