Select the options below to view more information on available support.
- Inspire
- Targeted Youth Support
- Lancashire Mind
- Kooth
- Papyrus
- Education and Employment Support (16 to 17 years old)
Inspire
Fundamentally, senior members use the Youth Zone as an opportunity to relax, unwind and chill with their mates.
The Youth Zone plays host to an unbeatable mix of sports such as boxing or climbing. A huge arts programme that includes performing arts, dance, music and art studio, plus so many other activities from a learning kitchen to a hair salon and everything in between
With over 20 activities every session, you’re guaranteed to be able to try new things, find your passion, and meet some incredible people in the process.
View more information on Senior Zone - Inspire Youth Zone
Targeted Youth Support
Youth work can support you with your personal, educational and social development. It is a space where you will have choice, be treated with respect and have the opportunity to grow, socialise and learn.
The Targeted Youth Support service helps young people to:
- explore their identity
- experience decision making
- increase their confidence
- develop inter-personal skills
- think through the consequences of their actions leading to better informed choices.
View more information on Youth Zone on the Lancashire County Council website.
Lancashire Mind
Lancashire Mind's work with young people can be on an individual basis, in groups, as well as with primary schools, secondary schools, colleges, parents, local community groups and other organisations and professionals supporting young people.
It can be a challenge to access the right support in Lancashire, that’s why Lancashire Mind are expanding their work all the time. They have free resources available for you to download and a free virtual wellbeing coaching service for all young people aged 10 to 18.
The Peer support programme ensures young people feel less isolated by connecting them with others who have similar experiences or challenges; positively impacting their mental health, social skills, and overall wellbeing.
View more information on Children and Young People on the Lancashire Mind website.
Kooth
Kooth provides a free, safe and anonymous online support platform for young people.
Young people can chat to approved counsellors online, read articles written by young people or get support from talking to an online community.
View more information on the Kooth website.
Papyrus
Papyrus provides confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person.
View more information on the Papyrus website.
Education and Employment Support (16 to 17 years old)
Inspire
Employability support at Inspire Youth Zone.
They offer a range of services designed to help you stand out, including:
- CV/Resume reviews
- tailored cover letters
- job search strategies
- interview coaching
- career development advice and guidance
With a youth-based approach to suit unique goals and background, they aim to equip young people with the tools and confidence to succeed in career journeys.
Free drop in sessions are on a Mondays and Wednesdays 3pm till 5pm.
Youth Futures
The Youth Futures Team can support young people, aged 16 to 17, with careers advice and guidance in a way that works for you.
They can support you with college, apprenticeships, employment or training as well as part time work, building your confidence and employability skills.
To find out more or access the support, please email youthfutures@lancashire.gov.uk
Targeted Youth Support
You may be eligible for a free bus pass if you are aged 16 to 18 years old and are either:
- a young carer looking after a member of the family
- a young parent or
- a person not currently in education, employment or training (NEET).
Free bus passes are issued so that young people can attend appointments, go to job interviews, go on training courses, visit friends, and generally get about more easily.
You can also access support and guidance for exploring post 16 options, creating a CV, mock interviews, confidence building. help with completing application forms and much more.
The Targeted Youth Support Team offer a free drop-in session for support, advice and a free bus pass. Sessions are on a Tuesday 3pm till 5pm at Lord street, Chorley PR6 0RF.
To find out more please email Chorleysouthribble.tys@lancashire.gov.uk