Open Door

Open Door Safe Haven Opens in Stockport

Anew mental health crisis centre has officially opened in Stockport town centre, after operating remotely for the past six months.

The Open Door Safe Haven in Princes Street offers the chance for face to face consultation and should have opened in April. But, due to lockdown, had to limit its support to telephone or video calls where it provided help and support to over 80 people with their unique struggles in managing how they feel inside and about what is happening in the world around them. side them in supporting you and are also able to

This new, free walk-in service provides immediate crisis management and emotional support to any resident of Stockport aged 18 and over. The virtual support will continue for those who wish it.

With the current statistics telling us that 1 in 4 people will suffer with Mental Health, getting the right support in the right place at the right time is vital. The service is not suitable for anyone requiring

Sarah, the Open Door Service Manager told us: “I feel so privileged in being able to open a dedicated service where there is no wrong door in seeking support. At Open Door, immediate help, advice and guidance is available for anybody, anytime, without having to wait. “We can’t ever say that we won’t need support with our own mental health. We hope that being able to just walk in and see somebody that day or deciding to make an appointment by calling or emailing, will make

Support group Man About a Dog said, “It’s good to see the centre open. One thing we’ve learned over the last six months is that you can’t beat face-to-face support.” hearing your needs and creating an action plan. You do not need a referral, you do not need to have accessed services before. If you are already known to services Safe Haven can work alongadvise family and concerned others in navigating through accessing services.

accessing support feel easy and safe.” urgent medical treatment or someone who is acutely unwell and is not a replacement for specialist crisis services.

Open Door was commissioned by Stockport CCG after extensive review and research of the current population needs. The CCG’s Mental Health Investment Plan identified access and crisis as key themes and approved additional investment to develop the new mental health crisis pathway.

Drop in to learn more about what Open Door Safe Haven can do for you: 72-74 Prince’s Street Tel: 0161 549 9717 Crisis line: 0800 138 7276 Email: opendoorstockport@makingspace.co.uk

Opening hours:

Weekdays: 10am-8pm Saturday and Sundays: 12-8pm