‘Highly recommended’ Warwickshire Safe Havens - a drop in for anyone in need of mental health support

A new drop-in service has been launched in Warwickshire for anyone aged 16 and over who is feeling distressed, worried or in need of mental health support.

Warwickshire Safe Havens, a service provided by Warwickshire County Council in partnership with Mental Health Matters (MHM), has been opened in two locations - Leamington Spa and Nuneaton - and provides out of hours face-to-face and telephone support for Warwickshire residents experiencing mental distress. 

No appointment or referral is needed to visit a Safe Haven - people can walk in any time during opening hours - and carers and family members are also welcome.

The focus is on reducing immediate distress and supporting visitors to access services and opportunities available to them in the wider community. The service also offers help in creating staying well and crisis plans and users can also access a 24-hour telephone emotional support line staffed by trained counsellors. 

Read more about the launch of Safe Havens here