The Safe Spaces Network

providing a safe, supportive enviroment for people in mental distress.

The Safe Spaces Network offers a safe space of sanctuary at weekends to people in mental distress or crisis for whom a hospital admission is neither wanted nor needed.

 What will Safe Spaces do for me? 

Safe Spaces offers a safe space or sanctuary at weekends to people in mental distress or crisis for whom a hospital admission is neither wanted or needed.

 What will Safe Spaces offer me? 

• Support and a listening ear from the team 24 hours a day
• Space to be alone in your room if you wish
• Information and assistance to help resolve your distress
• Activiites and relaxation techniques

 How do I get a referral into Safe Spaces? 

You will need an initial referral from someone involved in your care, this could be a:

• Social worker or CPN
• Psychiatrist or GP
• Emergency duty team or Crisis Team

Once you have stayed with us you can then refer yourself up to three times if you feel the need to.

 What happens next? 

After receiving your referral we will call you on a Thursday to let you know if you have a place.

Your stay with us starts on a Friday afternoon. The service closes at lunchtime on Monday by which time you will hopefully feel refreshed and ready to face the week ahead.

All meals and drinks are provided so you don’t need to worry about shopping or cooking during your stay. A welcome pack in your room gives you more information and staff are on hand to answer any queries.

The way you spend your time in the house is completely up to you. The team are on hand 24 hours a day throughout the whole weekend so if you need someone to talk to you can be sure of the support you need.

To maintain a peaceful environment we don’t allow visitors into the house.

For more information about the service or if you would like to look around the house, please contact the manager on 01782 811815.