2008
The American
The
American was formerly a hotel and is situated on Waterloo Road, Burslem.
This Clubhouse offers a number of social spaces where people can get
together and take part in the activities available, ranging from a relaxed
café, a pool and games room, computers and play station. In addition there
are quizzes, competitions and a range of informal training courses such as
basis literacy and numeracy, art groups, poetry and reading.
Macys is a group that
meets weekly at the American and is a social event for young carers, giving them a space to get together with their
peers for relaxation, music and enjoyment.
ECHO is a peer led
support group for people who have experienced self harm or attempted
suicide. Meeting twice a week the group has a social aspect along with more
formal support meetings if the members wish to.
The Observatory
The
Observatory was formerly a public house, situated on the corner of
Hillcrest and Dyke Street,
on the fringes of Hanley Town Centre. This part of the network is available
as a mental health training, resource and arts centre. At the Observatory
there is a large training room, and art workshop and gallery (to exhibit
members work) and a resource area, full of information about mental health
issues. There are computers for people to use as a resource.
Happy
Mondays is North Staffordshire’s
only service that offers a safe place where a range of organisations
come together, from 10.00am to 8.00pm each Monday, offering services to
women only.
National Events
Click the link below to
download a PDF file of health related events taking place during 2008.
Information compiled and provided by the Department of Health.
www.dh.gov.uk
(search for health events)
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