Get answers to your biggest questions about Safe New Futures and the programmes we offer
Safe New Futures
What is Safe New Futures?
Safe New Futures is a mental health charity that empowers young people and adults to improve their wellbeing, build confidence, and create positive futures through personalised support and employment-focused programmes. We offer free online courses to individuals currently struggling with their mental health and residing in Hampshire.
Who can access Safe New Futures services?
We support young people and adults who need help with mental wellbeing, confidence, education, volunteering, or employment. Our programmes are designed for people facing barriers such as mental health challenges or long-term unemployment. We are an adult and youth employment charity, utilising cognitive behavioural therapy to help address loneliness and its broader impacts on NEET individuals.
How do I join a Safe New Futures programme?
You can join Safe New Futures’ free online courses by filling out our Enquiry Form or referring someone you know. You can also get in contact with us to find out more if this programme fits you well.
Do I have to pay for your services?
Our programmes are fully free as we are supported by our great programme partners who help us by funding our courses. These courses are for anyone based in Hampshire and 100% online to accommodate your needs.
Our Programmes
What programmes does Safe New Futures offer?
We deliver mental health employment support, wellbeing workshops, mentoring, employability training, community programmes, and free mental health courses that help people develop confidence and life skills. We offer free mental health support programmes in order to get you back to work. Returning to work after mental illness is hard; thus, our experts in CBT are here to support you and guide you through this journey.
What is mental health employment support?
Mental health employment support helps individuals improve their well-being while preparing for work, returning to employment, or building the confidence to pursue new opportunities. We help you to understand the importance of recognising and responding to concerns regarding an individual’s growth and development. Our inclusive wellbeing programs are designed to support neurodiverse people.
Can you help me return to work after mental illness?
Yes. Our mental health return to work programmes support people returning to work after mental illness, anxiety, depression, or long-term sickness. We provide practical guidance and personalised support throughout the journey. Alongside this, we offer a one-to-one introduction session, weekly one-to-one sessions, a personal workbook and comprehensive support.
Do you provide employment support for mental health?
Yes. Our employment support for mental health services includes confidence-building, employability skills, wellbeing support, mentoring, and referrals to specialist organisations when needed. With us, you will learn to overcome obstacles that have been holding you back, build the self-confidence you truly deserve, learn to challenge and change unhelpful thought patterns, discover and develop your unique skills, strengths, and passions and improve your relationships and communication skills.
Do you offer free mental health courses in the UK?
Yes. We offer free mental health courses that UK participants can access alongside wellbeing workshops and personal development activities to support recovery and employment. Based in Southampton, we provide support for anyone who is based in Hampstead. The courses are online, so no travel is needed.
Mental Health Support
How can I get back into work with mental health challenges?
If you’re getting back into work with mental health problems, we can help you improve your confidence, develop practical skills, and explore suitable employment opportunities. We can help you beat the barriers of unemployment to get back into working after struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression and others.
Can you help after long-term sickness?
Yes. We support people returning to work after long-term sickness by providing wellbeing support, employment guidance, and practical tools that make the transition easier. Our mental health charity works with specialised experts who tailor the programme to participants’ needs and make any necessary adjustments for anyone who requests. Using CBT, we are proud to help many individuals find their way back into education, employment and training.
What support do you provide if I am unemployed because of my mental health?
If you are experiencing mental health issues and unemployment, we offer mental health employment help, wellbeing programmes, and employment support to help you move towards education, volunteering, or work. Therefore, Safe New Future programmes are designed for you to feel included and build the confidence you need to get back into work. Moreover, we help neurodiverse people to feel included in the workforce and fight loneliness and its wider effects.
What is mental well-being community support?
Mental wellbeing community support connects people with local services, workshops, peer support, and activities that improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, and build confidence. Above all, at Safe New Futures, we can help you get in contact with the services that you need and make sure you get the help you require.
What is a NEET person?
A NEET person is someone who is not currently in education, employment or training, usually aged 15 – 29, due to health issues, socioeconomical struggles or personal choices.
Charity & Volunteering
What makes Safe New Futures different from other mental health charities?
We combine mental health support, employment services, wellbeing programmes, and community partnerships to provide personalised support that empowers lasting change.
How can I support Safe New Futures?
You can support our charity by volunteering, fundraising, partnering with us, or making a donation. Every contribution helps us create safe new futures for more people.
Can I volunteer with Safe New Futures?
Yes. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Whether you want to mentor participants, support events, help with administration, or share your professional skills, you can make a meaningful difference.
Do you work with other organisations?
Yes. We work with partners across the health, employment, education, social care, and voluntary sectors. Together, we provide coordinated support and connect participants with additional services and opportunities.
As an organisation, how can I help?
Our charity relies on donations and fundraising. Every donation counts and we are grateful for all our partners who have so far supported us. If you too want to help, come and volunteer with us, or check out our charity wishlist below.
