As of 2023, Warrington continues to demonstrate a solid commitment to mental health care through various services designed to support residents facing various mental health challenges.
1. NHS Warrington Talking Therapies
This service is a cornerstone of Warrington’s mental health support, catering to individuals registered with a local GP. Offering treatments for common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD, the service is staffed with skilled professionals. Treatments include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The facility’s hours are tailored to accommodate various schedules, ensuring accessibility for those in need.
2. 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust has a 24/7 freephone crisis line. Adults, children and young people can call 0800 051 1508 for urgent mental health support.
The innovative partnership between the My Possible Self (MPS) app and East Warrington Primary Care Network represents a significant advancement in digital mental health support. This collaboration makes the MPS app accessible to patients at Birchwood, Fearnhead Cross, and Padgate medical centers. The app, recognized as one of the top-ranked mental health tools in the UK, offers clinically certified interactive tools based on cognitive behavioral therapy. It’s tailored to help users manage conditions like anxiety, depression, stress, and improve sleep.
Importantly, the MPS app has been customised specifically for the East Warrington Primary Care Network. It includes an overview of the network, details of the health and wellbeing team, information on how to self-refer to key local services, and a crucial crisis button linked to Mersey Care, providing a local crisis helpline. This partnership marks the first time the app has been integrated with a primary care network, highlighting a significant step towards providing digital mental health resources at a local level.
For more detailed information about this partnership and its benefits to the community, you can read the full article: NHS patients have access to award-winning mental health service.
The Warrington Assessment Team plays a crucial role in providing specialized assessment, advice, and signposting for adults with moderate to severe mental health conditions. This includes individuals experiencing severe depression and anxiety, as well as more complex conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
The team operates around the clock, offering support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, throughout the year. They are dedicated to assisting adults who are in need of secondary mental health services due to the severity of their symptoms.
Eligibility for the Warrington Assessment Team’s services requires the individual to be registered with a GP within the Warrington area. This ensures that the support is closely coordinated with the local primary healthcare services.
For residents seeking this specialized support, the team can be contacted at:
- Warrington Assessment Team
- Location: Wakefield House, Warrington Hospital, Guardian Street, Warrington, WA5 1GH
- Phone: 01925 666 647
This team forms an essential part of Warrington’s comprehensive mental health support network, ensuring that those with more complex mental health needs receive the focused care and guidance they require.
These initiatives highlight Warrington’s proactive approach to mental health care, ensuring that residents can access various support options tailored to their needs. With these services, Warrington is setting a commendable example in prioritizing mental health and wellbeing within the community.
