Drop Ins

Drop In for Information and Guidance

Our Information and Guidance Drop In provides in the moment help with practical issues for 8-25 year olds. We offer a listening ear and support for anything that you may be experiencing.

You can drop in Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays: 1pm to 6pm

If you find yourself needing support, we’re here for you. Go to the red door, press the buzzer on arrival and a support worker will come to meet you.

Parents and carers of young people aged 8-25 are also welcome to gain support, guidance and information on our services.

Alternatively, if you can’t get to us, you can get remote support by phone or email:

Call or Whatsapp: 07985 268134

Email: dropin@thelowdownnorthampton.co.uk

Or you can pre-book an appointment: 01604 634385.

Examples of support available:

• Signposting and referrals to other Lowdown services.
• Signposting to other organisations if they are appropriate
• Job and education applications
• Applying for Government ID
• Applying for benefits and housing
• Offer advocacy and guidance to ensure your voice is heard
• Parent/carers of a young person are welcome too

Drop in through the red door!

The Information and Guidance Drop-In is also available countywide. See information below or go to www.reachcollaborative.org.uk

ROTHWELL 

Mondays 4pm – 6pm

Youth Works – Rothwell Methodist Church, Market Hill, Rothwell NN14 6BW

07479 973085

CORBY

Tuesdays 4pm – 7pm

Youth Works at Corby Mind, 18 Argyll St, Corby, NN17 1RU

07479 973085

KETTERING

Thursdays 4pm – 7pm

Youth Works, 97 Rockingham Rd, Kettering, NN16 9HX

01536 518339

THRAPSTON

Wednesdays 4pm – 8pm

CHAT Youth Counselling,

Souster Youth Building, 30 Market Road, Thrapston, NN14 4JU

01832 274422

WELLINGBOROUGH

Saturdays 10am – 2pm

Service Six, 15 Sassoon Mews, Wellingborough, NN8 3LT

01933 277520

Drop In for Mental Health and Wellbeing

If you are aged 8 to 25 years old and need support with your mental health or wellbeing, we’re here to listen and help you in your time of need. Our drop-in sessions have professional mental health workers who can offer you a safe space to talk and be listened to with one-to-one support and wellbeing activities. 

You can drop in Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays: 1pm to 6pm

If you find yourself needing support, we’re here for you. Go to the red door, press the buzzer on arrival and a support worker will come to meet you.

Parents and carers of young people aged 8-25 are also welcome to gain support, guidance and information on our services.

Examples of support available:

• Anxiety
• Self harm
• Low mood,
• Suicidal thoughts
• Bullying
• School issues
• Relationships

Our Drop In waiting area.

The Mental Health & Wellbeing Drop-In is also available countywide. See information below or go to www.reachcollaborative.org.uk

• Monday 4pm – 6pm – ROTHWELL
  • Age: 8-25
  • Rothwell Methodist Church, Market Hill, Rothwell NN14 6BW
  • For more info or to book call: 01933 277520.

• Tuesday 4pm – 8pm – RUSHDEN
  • Age: 8-18
  • Service Six, Rushden Mind, Wellingborough Road, Rushden, NN10 9YE
  • For more info or to book call: 01933 277520.

• Tuesday 4pm – 7pm – CORBY
  • Age: 8-25
  • Youth Works – Corby Mind, 18 Argyll Street, Corby, NN17 1RU
  • For more info or to book call: 07479 973085

• Wednesday 4pm – 8pm – TOWCESTER
  • Age: 8 – 18
  • Time2Talk, Chantry House, 88 Watling Street, Towcester NN12 6BT
  • For more info or to book call: 01327 706706

• Wednesday 4pm – 8pm – THRAPSTON
  • Age: 8-25
  • CHAT Youth Counselling, 30 Market Road, Thrapston, NN14 4JU
  • For more info or to book call: 01832 274422

• Thursday 4pm – 7pm – KETTERING
  • Age: 8-25
  • Youth Works – Keystone Centre, 97 Rockingham Road, Kettering, NN16 9HX
  • For more info or to book call: 01536 518339

• Saturday 10-2pm – WELLINGBOROUGH
  • Age: 8-25
  • Service Six,15 Sassoon Mews, Wellingborough, NN8 3LT
  • For more info or to book call: 01933 277520.

• Saturday 12pm – 4pm – DAVENTRY
  • Age: 8-25
  • Time2Talk – The Abbey, Market Square, Daventry, NN11 4XG
  • For more info or to book call: 01327 706706

Drop In for Sexual Health Support

We are here to help you stay safe and make informed decisions.

Our Sexual Health Service for 14-25 year olds is open every Monday to Friday 1pm – 6pm. This 1:1 support will be given by a member of our Drop-In team – see our meet our team page for more information 

The service offers free, friendly, non-judgemental, confidential support including;

• Chlamydia & Gonorrhoea screening – Early detection and treatment to keep you healthy and stop the spread.
• Condoms – Protection that’s easy to access, preventing STIs and unplanned pregnancies.
• Pregnancy testing and next steps information – Fast, confidential results with support if you need it.
• Sexual health information and guidance – It’s a safe and confidential space. We offer a welcoming environment where you can ask anything without fear, shame or judgement.

Our service is for everyone, whatever your gender, sexuality, race or faith. We also acknowledge that cultures can have an impact in accessing services, but we’re here to help.

For any other queries about your sexual health you can access support at the Intergrated Sexual Health Clinic, Northampton General Hospital, Area R, Cliftonville NN1 5BD. 0300 027 0110.

Useful Information

Below is an information pack explaining where and how you enter the drop-in, what to do on arrival and what to expect once you are in the building. It also highlights sensory items and guidance to help you feel comfortable if you are anxious or start to feel overwhelmed.