Samaritans Tailored Youth and Family Service
Service Description
Tailored Youth is a free service that provides support for young people (aged 10-18) and their families who might be going through a tough time. The service offers support through several different programs in the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle regions; programs include individual and family support, and group programs (which can be run in schools). Tailored Youth also offer early intervention AOD counselling in the Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Port Stephens, Maitland and Dungog regions.
Alternate Names: Creative Times
https://www.samaritans.org.au/services/child-and-family-support/tailored-youth-and-family-support
tailoredyouth@samaritans.org.au
Facebook @SamaritansFoundation
4A Pacific Highway
Gateshead, NSW, 2290
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm (Office)
Accessibility
Referral System
Self referral, community referral
Service Fees
None
Disability Access
Yes. Ramp, wheelchair access
Organisational Information
Area Served
Newcastle LGA; Lake Macquarie
Parent Organisation
Samaritans
Other Information
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Last Updated: 20 April 2026