Seasons Greetings from Healthwatch Stockport

Wishing you all a happy, healthy Christmas and New Year! 

After a very busy year at Healthwatch Stockport, our team eagerly anticipates a well-deserved break, recharging to hit the ground running for the exciting plans we have in store for 2024!

Heartfelt thanks extend to each individual who has been a part of Healthwatch Stockport this year. Your involvement and continuous support no matter how big or small has been the driving force behind our accomplishments.

Looking ahead, there are plenty of opportunities to engage with Healthwatch Stockport, and in the New Year, we'll share more details. Whether you would like to become a volunteer member or know someone who does, then do get in touch for more details

We hope that you have a restful festive break and a happy New Year.

From the Healthwatch Stockport Team

Healthwatch Stockport Festive Opening Hours

The office will be closed to the public from Midday on Thursday 21 December until Monday 8 January 2024, however staff will be back in the office for training on Tuesday 3 January.

We will monitor our inbox and voicemail intermittently during this time in case urgent support is required.

What to know this Winter 

For key services and tips to keep you well this winter please see our booklet which you can download on our website, if you would like a physical copy please contact the office.

What to know this winter

Issue 4 of our 'INFORM' newsletter is now available!  

We've excitedly released Issue 4 of our Inform Newsletter. This issue covers our last Network Forum Event, our work around hospital discharge, allergies in young children and much more. We too share how we're further involving our community along with some festive additions and annual highlights. 

Enjoy a read at your leisure and please share the link with colleagues, family and friends! 

Our newsletter is available to view online. If you would like a physical copy please contact the office.  

Read Issue 4 of Inform

NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Pharmacy opening hours update

 Click here for Pharmacy opening times for Christmas & New Year Bank Holidays.

Mental Health Support over Christmas 

If you need to speak to someone in person, contact one of these organisations:

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust helpline

This is  24/7 mental health helpline to support people of all ages.

The support line is run by experienced mental health professionals who can provide mental health support and advice.

They can:

• Listen to you and help you work through immediate problems
• Work with you to find ways to move forward or suggest ways of working
• Give you information about other services that may be helpful to you or the person you care for

0800 014 9995

Open Door

Open Door is a Mental Health service that was commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care as part of the crisis pathway, to provide a safe space for the people of Stockport to access fast and timely support when feeling overwhelmed, stressed and unable to cope.

• Service hours are Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm and Saturday and Sunday 12pm – 5pm.
• Service Users can drop in for support or self-refer via telephone 0161 549 9717, or email at opendoorstockport@makingspace.co.uk.
• They offer pre-bookable appointments and have a member of staff on duty every day to support those who drop in to our service.  
• Open Door is located on 72-74 Princes Street, SK1 1RJ 
• 24/7 Crisis Number 0800 138 7276