NGAGE – Northamptonshire Young People’s Service
NGAGENorthamptonshire Young People’s Service
Helping young people across Northamptonshire reduce the risks of drug and alcohol use, and make informed choices.
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NGAGE is confidential service here to offer honest, practical support to help you make positive choices around drug or alcohol use. Whether you are using drugs or alcohol, or just want to know more, we’ll listen, work with you to make the choices that are right for you.
Contact UsAquarius helped my family
"Aquarius helped my family understand what I was going through mentally and physically. If you need help, you should always consider it as an option, as it really helps you to understand what you are actually doing to yourself and also helps your family understand."
Anonymous, Service User
They saved my life
"They saved my life, I wouldn’t be 2 years clean if it wasn’t for them, I’ve never really had a family but Aqaurius have all become my family."
Kai, Service User
Helped me see the correct path
"Aquarius has helped me see the correct path to the end goal of quitting. I would recommend the services as the system is far from conservative, the advice is tailored exactly to how you'd personally quit. They build onwards from this."
Preston, Service User
Very good clear presentation.
"There was a good variety of attendees from different backgrounds. The information on dependency & how brain is affected in teenage years was especially good. Very good clear presentation."
Anonymous, Service User
Knowledge shined through
"The trainers knowledge shined through and they effortlessly answered questions, speaking from their professional experience, discussing historic precedents but also new research."
Anonymous, Service User
NGAGE with Aquarius offers free and confidential support for young people aged 10 to 25 across Northamptonshire who are affected by drugs or alcohol.
Our team provides tailored advice, education, and structured one-to-one support. We help each young person understand their situation, explore their options, and reduce harm in a way that works for them. We meet young people where they feel most comfortable at school, at home, in the community, or in our space. Together, we’ll plan support that feels right for you.
NGAGE has a dedicated team of practitioners covering both North & West Northamptonshire.
Our transitions team provides additional support to help 17–25-year-olds navigate the move into adulthood with confidence.
In 2024/2025, we saw over 80% of clients in Northampton after a referral was made. Of those, 78% successfully completed their treatment.
What we offer
One-to-one and group support tailored to your goals
Practical advice and harm reduction strategies
Education sessions in schools and youth settings
Family support
Outreach
Volunteer opportunities and peer mentoring through Evolve
Why it matters
The challenges young people face today are complex. Whether you’re looking for advice, trying to make a change, or just need someone to talk to, NGAGE is here to help you take the next step. Young voices shape how we work. Through our youth steering group, Evolve, you’ll have the chance to build confidence, learn new skills, and help influence future support for others.
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Contact / referral details
We accept referrals from young people, families, schools and professionals. If you are referring a young person, please ensure you have their consent to do so.
Download our referral form: NGAGE Referral Form
For more information:
NGAGE Booklet for Professionals