Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

17/10/2026

Have you ever thought about trying improv? 🎭

Following the success of our Introduction to Improv for Mental Wellbeing Recovery Academy course, we're excited to launch our new Improv for Wellbeing Jam sessions.

Designed for people of all experience levels, these sessions offer a welcoming and supportive space to explore improvisation through fun activities that can help build confidence, encourage connection and support mental wellbeing.

You don't need any acting experience, and there's no pressure to take part in every activity. Whether you're completely new to improv or have attended sessions before, everyone is welcome.

📅 Date: Tuesday 3 November 2026
🕒 Time: 3pm to 4.30pm
📍 Location: Seminar Room 3, The Curve, Bury New Road, Prestwich, M25 3BL

The session is free to attend, but places are limited.

To book your place or find out more, please email [email protected] 📧

16/10/2026

We’re pleased to be working with Making Space to open a new community mental health rehabilitation service in Salford and Trafford on Tuesday 1 December 2026.

The service will provide 11 self-contained apartments at Willow Lodge in Urmston and Wentworth House in Eccles, helping people move from hospital care towards more independent living. Residents will receive personalised support 24 hours a day, seven days a week from Making Space, alongside our specialist HEART (Home Engagement and Rehabilitation Team) service.

Interested in finding out more? Join us at one of our open days on Thursday 5 November 2026:

📍 Wentworth House in Eccles, Salford, 10am to 12pm
📍 Willow Lodge in Urmston, Trafford, 1pm to 3pm

Find out more on our website via the link in the comments. 👇️

16/10/2026

Major tram improvement works are taking place from Monday 19 October to Sunday 1 November 2026.

This may affect your journey to and from our services. Please check before you travel, plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey.

Find out more via the Bee Network post below. 👇

16/10/2026

Do you provide unpaid care for a family member, friend or loved one? 💙

Carers Rights Day is taking place on Thursday 19 November 2026, with free events happening across Manchester throughout the week. These events can help you understand your rights and find out about the support available to you.

Find out more via the Carers Manchester post below. 👇

15/10/2026

This Black History Month, we're proud to stand with partners across Greater Manchester to champion inclusion, tackle inequalities and make it clear that there's no space for racism.

Together, we can create communities where everyone feels heard, valued and respected.

Staff across Greater Manchester have spoken up about the racism they experience at work. Their voices have shaped this campaign and the action we are taking.We are taking a stand against racism from patients, the public and colleagues, and the hidden harm staff feel when they think they have to put....

15/10/2026

This Black History Month, we're proud to celebrate the people and partners working alongside us to tackle racial inequalities in mental health services.

Earlier this month, our PCREF (Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework) Community Event brought together communities, partner organisations and people with lived experience to discuss how we can create fairer access, experiences and outcomes across Greater Manchester.

Together, we're by listening, learning and taking action to become a safer, more inclusive and anti-racist organisation.

14/10/2026

It was fantastic to see so many people stop by our recent roadshow to chat with teams, ask questions and learn about the support available to help them become smoke-free.

The event highlighted the power of working together across health and community services to support both physical and mental wellbeing.

The key message was simple: focus on becoming smoke-free first. Weight can be managed over time, and support is available every step of the way.

Every cigarette not smoked is a positive step towards better health, making the perfect time to start your smoke-free journey.

14/10/2026

Happy NHS Allied Health Professionals Day! 💚

Today, we're celebrating the incredible contribution of our Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), who make a difference to the lives of people, families and communities every day.

From supporting recovery and rehabilitation to helping people live healthier, more independent lives, AHPs play a vital role across our services. Thank you for your expertise, compassion and dedication to delivering outstanding care.

Join us in recognising and thanking our fantastic AHP colleagues this . 👏💚

Today is Allied Health Professions Day!

There are 15 AHP roles across a range of sectors from emergency response and diagnosis to rehabilitation.

Thank you to all our AHPs for the crucial role you play in improving the lives of patients 💙

13/10/2026

💚World Mental Health Day 2026

This year's theme of "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change," reflects a core principle of the Recovery Academy so the Recovery Academy was proud to showcase the co-produced and co-delivered free courses and resources it offers.

Visitors to the stall heard how co-production ensures learning is relevant, relatable and grounded in real-life experience.

A huge thank you to Steve, a Recovery Academy student, course co-facilitator and peer worker for championing lived experience and bringing hope, insight and authenticity to everyone who visited the stall.

“Having benefited so much personally, I take pride in promoting the Recovery Academy and everything on offer as often as I can. I like to think my passion shines through, and I help others to feel less nervous than I did when I first joined.”

See the link in the comments for more info on Recovery Academy courses.

10/10/2026

If you need urgent mental health support, you can quickly and easily access support by calling NHS 111 and selecting mental health option 2.

It’s available 24/7, free of charge and you can call for yourself or someone else.

Community spaces across Greater Manchester known as ‘Crisis Cafés’ or ‘Listening Lounges’ offer a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment for anyone over the age of 18, who is feeling low, anxious, struggling with negative thoughts, or just wants to talk to someone during evenings or weekends.

Find out more about our local crisis drop-ins using the link in the comments.