Supporting Young People in Challenging Times
Young people face a range of challenges, from mental health struggles and family issues to difficulties with education, employment, and relationships.
No one should have to navigate these challenges alone. This page provides practical support, resources, and contacts to help young people find the right assistance.
Need Someone to Talk To?
If you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, bullying, or family issues, these free and confidential support services can help:
📞 Kids Helpline – 24/7 phone and online support for young people
Call 1800 55 1800
📞 Lifeline – 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention
Call 13 11 14
📞 Beyond Blue – Mental health support and resources
Call 1300 22 4636
📞 headspace – Youth mental health support, including online chat and local services
📞 1800RESPECT – Support for young people experiencing family violence or abuse
Call 1800 737 732 or Text 0458 737 732 |
13 Yarn: 13 Yarn is the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander version of Lifeline.
- 📞Phone: 13 92 76
- Website: 13 Yarn Website
- Facebook: 13 Yarn on Facebook
Feeling Disengaged from School or Work?
If you’re struggling to stay in school, find work, or need career advice, these services can help:
🎓 The Smith Family – Learning for Life – Support for young people experiencing financial hardship
📚 TAFE & Youth Education Programs – Explore flexible education options to help you complete your studies
Feeling Unsafe at Home?
If you don’t feel safe at home due to violence, abuse, or neglect, there is help available. You don’t have to go through it alone.
🏠 Safe Steps – 24/7 family violence response
Call 1800 015 188
🏠 Orange Door – Free support for young people experiencing family violence
🏠 Frontyard Youth Services – Crisis accommodation and support for young people
Support for Experiencing or at risk of Homelessness
Want to Get Involved in Your Community?
If you’re looking to connect, make friends, and build confidence, these youth-led programs and services offer great opportunities:
🌟 YACVic (Youth Affairs Council Victoria) – Advocacy and leadership programs for young people
Strive for Justice and Champion Young People’s Rights
🌟 Frankston Youth Services – Local programs, events, and support for young people
Check out what the Frankston Youth are up to
Alcohol & Drug Support for Young People
If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or drug use, help is available. These services offer confidential, non-judgmental support, whether you need information, counseling, or rehabilitation options.
🍃 YSAS (Youth Support + Advocacy Service) – Specialised support for young people experiencing issues with alcohol and other drugs. Services include counseling, outreach programs, and residential support.
🔗 Website: www.ysas.org.au | 📞 Call: 1800 458 685
🍃 DirectLine – 24/7 confidential drug and alcohol counseling, information, and referrals.
🔗 Website: www.directline.org.au | 📞 Call: 1800 888 236
🍃 Headspace – Support for young people dealing with mental health, alcohol, and drug concerns.
🔗 Website: www.headspace.org.au
🍃 Turning Point – Specialist clinical support and treatment options for addiction and mental health.
🔗 Website: www.turningpoint.org.au
You’re Not Alone – Help Is Available
It takes strength to ask for help, and support is always available. If you’re struggling, reach out to someone you trust, whether it’s a friend, teacher, support worker, or one of the services listed above.
If you need urgent help, please call 000 in an emergency.