Drop-In Groups
A decade ago, there were very few self-help groups in Manchester. In 1995 two anxiety sufferers came together to create a group to meet up, offer support and break the sense of isolation felt by others with anxiety in the city. That first group was a great success, creating friendships and social support networks that helped build self-confidence and esteem amongst members. A second group was quickly established helping those suffering from depression and gradually the benefit of self-help groups became apparent. During the period 1995-2006, over 30 self-help groups have been developed across the North West with the support of Self Help Services. These include services in Trafford and Blackpool.
Self Help Services is a user-led voluntary organisation that co-ordinates self-help support groups and other self-help initiatives for people experiencing mental-ill health, discrimination, social exclusion and/or emotional problems.
These self-help support groups provide a safe space for people experiencing a range of problems to meet and talk together in a mutually supportive atmosphere. The groups offer a safe, non-judgemental space for people to discuss their life experiences and to exchange advice. Essentially, the group aims to break isolation and gives people the opportunity to take control of their own lives and manage their problems.
The group is open to all and our members are from all walks of life with a variety of experiences relating to anxiety, depression and self esteem.
Anxiety Groups
Chorlton Anxiety Group
Manchester Social Phobia Group
Trafford Anxiety Group
Wythenshawe Anxiety Group
Zion Anxiety Group
Depression Groups
Harpurhey Depression Group
Zion Depression Group
This group takes place every Tuesday 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Chorlton Conservative Club,
617a Wilbraham Road,
Chorlton-Cum-Hardy,
Manchester,
M21 9AN.
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For more information about the group please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
The venue has been kindly provided by Chorlton Conservative Club.
This group takes place every Tuesday 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Kath Locke Centre,
123 Moss Lane West,
Hulme M15 5DD
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For more information about the group please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
Wythenshawe Anxiety Group
This group takes place every Thursday 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Forum Library Wythenshawe,
Forum Square,
Manchester,
M22 5RX.
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For more information about the group please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
This group takes place every Wednesday 1:00pm to 3:00pm
The Zion Community Resource Centre,
339 Stretford Rd,
Hulme M15 4ZY
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For more information about the group please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
This group takes place every Thursday 1:00pm to 3:00pm
North City Library – Harpurhey,
Rochdale Road,
Harpurhey,
Manchester M9 4AF
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For more information about the course please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
This group takes place every Wednesday 3:00pm to 5:00pm
The Zion Centre,
339 Stretford Rd,
Hulme M15 4ZY
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For more information about the course please contact us on Tel: 01612263871 or via E-mail: admin@selfhelpservices.org.uk
This group is currently funded by the Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund.