Head Space will offer an out-of-hours service for people who consider that they are approaching  a mental health crisis. The service will aim to provide a non-clinical setting with a safe, calm and structured environment, where individuals can go to access peer support.

Staff and volunteers will be on hand to provide support in both 1:1 and group settings, with the goal of de-escalating crises, setting achievable goals and (where appropriate) working with the Wellness Recovery Action Plan. Onward referrals/signposting will take place as required.

Clients do not need a formal appointment. However, a prior telephone or email contact, with relevant information from services would be most helpful.

Individuals can also self-refer to Head Space by attending during our opening hours.

Intoxication will not be a barrier if there is no disruptive or violent behaviour.

• Anyone who believes they are approaching a mental health crisis

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• Is open to the idea of talking to a peer member/or receiving support

• Those experiencing acute mental ill health or a psychotic episode
• Anyone exhibiting aggressive/violent behaviour
• Individuals whose issues are not related to mental health

• Reduce attendance and reliance on statutory services (particularly unscheduled care and ED department)
• Reduce contact with the crisis response mental health teams if support can be provided more appropriately
• Reduce impact on Police, including time spent dealing with mental health issues
• Reduce inappropriate admissions to hospital
• Promote recovery offering activities that increase confidence, social networks and tackle isolation
• Raise awareness of mental health and promote earlier intervention

The Head Space service has been commissioned by: 
The NEW Devon Clinical Commissioning Group & is managed by Colebrook SW

Email: headspace@colebrooksw.org