I feel alone or miss social contacts
I feel alone or miss social contacts
Everyone feels alone from time to time. But if that feeling stays for a long time, it can be tough. Maybe you have few friends (anymore), feel misunderstood or are often alone when what you need is contact. That can feel empty. And what makes it hard: doing something about it is sometimes quite difficult.
What can you do?
What can you do?
Start small: talk about it
Feeling alone often means you lack contact or connection. That's nothing to be ashamed of. Talk about it with someone you trust. Consider a friend, family member, mentor or someone from school. Just telling them how you feel can be relieving.
Join a group where you can be yourself
In Houten there are places where you can meet other young people. Without pressure. In a way that suits you.
Join Us - especially for young people
Do you often feel alone? Then Join Us might be for you. This is a group for young people like you. You do fun things with others and learn how to connect more easily. You don't have to do anything you don't want to. You set the pace. You are welcome just the way you are.
Shine - youth center with performing arts
Shine is a youth center with performing arts. A place in Houten where young people can go for lessons, projects and activities. The ultimate combination of art and welfare for young people. With an enthusiastic team they ensure that young people meet, develop their talents and realize their ideas. Everyone is welcome at Shine. M/f/x and whatever background you have. At Shine everyone can and may be themselves. Even if you don't yet know who that is.
Youth work Houten
The youth workers ofvan Houten&coare there especially for you. They organize activities, are present at school and in the neighborhood. You can come to them for questions, a good conversation or just to do something fun.
What do we do?
What do we do?
Have you tried all kinds of things, but still feel alone? Or don't know where to start? Then you can turn to the Social Team Houten. Sometimes a good conversation helps. Sometimes we help you find a place or activity that suits you.
