Young people struggling with their mental health can access walk-in support in Newcastle and Gateshead
New mental health safe havens for young people operate in the evenings in Newcastle and Gateshead(Image: Everyturn)
Two new mental health “safe havens” for teenagers have opened in Newcastle and Gateshead. Run in partnership by charities Children North East and Everyturn, the idea is to pilot having “welcoming, non-clinical” support for those aged 13 to 17 who may be struggling.
The walk-in venues are open from 4pm to 8pm. The Newcastle venue – at the Beacon on Westgate Road – launched in April and is open Monday to Thursday, while the Gateshead premises, at 14 Regent Terrace, will open the doors on Friday June 19 and operate Friday to Sunday.
The free support sees teams there work closely with schools, local councils and the NHS to provide help to youngsters when they need it. 18-year-old who are still in full-time education can also drop-in, and there is no need for any referral.
Mandy Coppin, head of children’s and young people’s services at Everyturn commented on the Gateshead opening. She said: “We’re thrilled to be opening Nook Gateshead today and extend our service to even more children and young people in the region, continuing to show our commitment to listening to young people and creating support that truly meets their needs.
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“Both Nook Newcastle and Nook Gateshead offer the right support at the right time, without judgement or barriers, and we’re here to make sure every young person who accesses our services feels supported so no one has to struggle alone.”
Leigh Elliott, Children North East chief executive, said: “This is another important step forward in our mission to support young people across the region. Expanding our offer into Gateshead will enable us to reach young people in crisis – when they need us and where they live.
“Together with Everyturn, we are committed to ensuring every young person has the tools they need to grow up happy and healthy, and with strong mental wellbeing. This new drop‑in service is a vital lifeline, providing immediate support to young people in crisis and ensuring they receive the right help, at the right time.”
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