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Reach out. We reach back.
Sidekick Initiative supports people who feel isolated, overwhelmed, unheard or stuck. If you're in crisis right now, use the urgent help link below. Otherwise, pick the door that fits.
Recovery Mentoring
One-to-one and group mentoring through addiction, mental health struggles and life after crisis.
ExploreSchools & Youth
Support for young people through their school, college or youth setting.
ExplorePrisons & Probation
Mentoring and workshops inside custodial settings and through probation.
ExploreWorkshops & Talks
Talks, resilience sessions and workplace mental health support.
ExploreWays to reach us
Straight through. No forms if you don't want them.
Sidekick Initiative is not an emergency or clinical service. If life is at immediate risk, call 999. See our urgent help page for free UK support lines.