Alcohol & safer drinking
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people
Information about criminal exploitation and how you can access support
Help for young people using drugs and alcohol is available
Children and young people in Oxfordshire can get help if there are issues with drugs or substance use
Information about support for young people in Oxfordshire who are vulnerable to drugs exploitation or being exploited.
When you’re being looked after you get extra help to make sure your education continues successfully
Young people who are looked after are provided with help by their workers to understand their care
Children in care have the right to have a say in how they are cared for and have their voice heard
New drug-like substances are sometimes known as ‘legal highs.' But they are illegal and have serious health risks. People who buy and sell 'legal highs' are breaking the law.
Information about support for young people leaving care
When you are pregnant, you have choices
If you are worried that you or your friends are getting into trouble, there are things you can do to help
Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking
Children in Care have access to support from education, council and independent services
Information about what who the ATTACH Team are and why they are there to help children we care for and care experienced children
Vaping is an alternative to smoking. There are still risks to health. The safest thing is not to smoke at all.
Being in care or ‘looked after’ means a child is being looked after by the Local Authority because they cannot remain at home
Information for young refugees and asylum seekers coming to Oxfordshire
Care for the future - having a voice, listening to you, taking you seriously and making friends