The number of young people seeking support for ketamine addiction at Kent-based charity Kenward Trust has more than doubled in the past year, reflecting growing concern about the impact of ketamine use among young people.
The charity is raising awareness of the increasing demand for treatment, as more individuals reach out for help – often at a point where the effects on their health and wellbeing have already become significant.
Rising concern across Kent
Ketamine use among young people is becoming an increasing concern, with serious physical and mental health consequences. At Kenward Trust, staff are seeing firsthand the growing number of individuals seeking support, highlighting the need for early intervention and access to specialist treatment. Ketamine use can lead to serious health complications, including bladder damage and long-term physical and mental health issues.
Kenward Trust has launched a campaign to ensure more young people can access residential treatment when they need it most.
The charity is aiming to raise £156,000 to fund three fully supported treatment places for one year at its residential rehab facility in Kent. This would enable up to 12 young people to access life-changing support, including structured therapy and a pathway to long-term recovery.
How to support
Members of the public are being encouraged to support the campaign to help ensure more young people can access treatment without delay.
To find out more or contribute, visit: https://kenwardtrust.org.uk/help-save-young-lives
Support is available
Kenward Trust is also urging anyone affected by ketamine use to seek help early.
Confidential advice and support are available at: confidential.advice@kenwardtrust.org.uk or 01622 812603
Kenward Place, Kenward Rd, Yalding, ME18 6AH
