Closure of Mind Halton

Trustees of Mind Halton said 'It is with great regret and deep sadness that we must announce the closure of Mind Halton. We are unable to accept any new referrals and the office will close on Friday 30 August.

Unfortunately, the charity is no longer financially viable. The challenging economic climate coupled with a lack of sufficient ongoing funding means that we must close with immediate effect.

This is an incredibly difficult time for everyone affected, particularly our members of staff, volunteers and service users, who are at the heart of everything we do. We extend our sincere thanks to all those who have worked hard to deliver the much-valued services we have provided, and to the many who have raised funds to help sustain our work.

We are working hard to try and make sure that those staff and volunteers affected are supported over the coming period and that our service users can continue to receive the support they need. 

We have provided our service users with alternative provisions to contact, but we have been unable to find direct replacements for our services.'

Finding mental health support

• The Samaritans provide a free, confidential, 24-hour phone support available by calling 116 123 or emailing jo@samaritans.org You don’t have to be experiencing suicidal feelings to call them.
• Text SHOUT to 85258 for free confidential text support 24/7 
• Halton Mental Health Information Point  - has mental health information and details of support services available.
• Nightstop Communities Northwest CIC - mental health support service with experienced counsellors with a variety of specialisms. Services are available for both children and adults. 
• Read our article on looking after your mental health

Crisis and Emergency support 

• Mental Health Crisis team If you need urgent mental health support, please call the 24/7 freephone crisis line on: 0800 051 1508 For all ages – children, young people and adults.
• People in crisis with mental health problems can now access services through phoning NHS 111, then press 2, or online at NHS 111. 
• Go to any hospital A&E department or call 999 and ask for an ambulance if you can’t get there yourself, if someone's life is at risk – for example, they have seriously injured themselves or taken an overdose or if you do not feel you can keep yourself or someone else safe.