Youth Services
The Salvos Youth Network works in NSW, Queensland and ACT to provide disconnected, disadvantaged and homeless young people with safe places and support to recreate dreams and hope - the vital ingredients to turning lives around.
Professional Youth Services
Our trained youth workers are ready to help young people who are doing life a bit tough.
Whether you just need a hand for a little while or if you're trying to turn your life around, our youth services are places you can be safe and can find some support to help you keep going.
Some of the things our youth services provide are:*
- Crisis and Transitional Accommodation
- Accredited Workplace Training
- Drug and Alcohol support
- Educational and vocational programs
- Drop-in Facilities
- Counselling
- Chaplaincy and Advocacy Support
- Social skills and life skills
- Creative arts and Multimedia
- Legal services and support
*Please be aware than not all services may be provided at every centre.
24/7 Personal Support
If you're after some advice or someone safe you can talk to, there's a few places you can call.
The best thing to do is ask for help, and you don't have to tell anyone your name unless you want to.
| beyondblue | 1300 22 4636 |
| Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800 |
| 1800Respect | 1800 737 732 |
Youth Accommodation
The following numbers call referral services if you don't have anywhere to stay. They can help you find a safe place in any organisation, not just the Salvos.
| QLD — Homeless Hotline | 1800 47 47 53 |
| NSW — YFoundations | 1800 424 830 |
| ACT — First Point | 1800 176 468 |