Heads Up Cup scores big for mental health
Supporters of Bradford District and Craven Mind came together for an afternoon of football and […]
What support can I expect?
Support in our hubs
You will receive same day crisis support from one of our trained Crisis Support Workers who will provide a safe space to talk about how you’re feeling.
They will help you explore coping strategies to manage your crisis or mental health distress. Where appropriate, they can also refer you to other services for additional support.
Our Safe Spaces hubs in Bradford and Keighley are open 365 days a year, providing urgent, same day support for anyone aged 7 and over in person or over the phone. Bradford Hub is open from 12pm until 2:30am and Keighley Hub is open 4pm-10pm.
We can arrange paid for transport, if required, to both our hubs.
How do I access hub support?
Call First Response
0800 952 1181 (Open 24 hrs)
Call Guide-Line
0800 188 4884 (8am – Midnight)
Support in the community
We have weekly drop-ins at multiple locations including Bradford, Keighley, Skipton, Settle and Bentham. Pop along for immediate support for your mental health – there’s no need to book.
Our trained staff are there to listen, offer guidance, and help you find ways to manage your mental health in a safe, welcoming space.
How do I access support in the community?
No referral or appointment is required.
Simply check the timetable and visit the location that is most convenient to you.
To find the day and time of your nearest drop-in, visit the Healthy Minds website.
Service feedback
Life-saver
“The place is a literal haven from the panic and insecurity I have sometimes felt. It is a life-saver, and such a comfort to know that someone can speak to you in person during periods of isolation”.
Hope
“The session did me the world of good. It was a complete safety net, as if I had previously been falling. It gave me hope. It was great to have a taxi provided so there was no worry about where I was going.”
Comfort
“It’s always such a comfort to talk and share that time together. I’m out and about today, which feels refreshing, and I’m really grateful to be feeling better. We had a heartfelt conversation about Christmas and how he’s been feeling, and I truly appreciate those moments.”
Perspective
“It was nice to talk to someone who listened. It was nice to get a different perspective on the issues I’m facing, and I felt like my feelings were validated. The service was very accommodating”
Awards
Team of the Year – delivering frontline services
At the 2023 ‘Celebrate as One’ awards ceremony led by Act As One, Safe Spaces won the ‘Team of the year’ award for delivering frontline services in Bradford District and Craven.
Collaboration and Integration Award
At the 2024 3rd Sector Care Awards, Safe Spaces won the Collaboration and Integration award. A spokesperson said:
“[Safe Spaces] is the perfect example – working with nine other organisations to provide ‘all age’ support.”
Partners
Safe Spaces is led by The Cellar Trust and Bradford District and Craven Mind alongside a partnership of local mental health service providers.
Funders
Safe Spaces is funded by Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership.
