Safe Haven Bolton

Safe Haven Bolton Providing person-centred, recovery-focused support for mental health & wellbeing

Seeing a growing need for specialist support around mental health and wellbeing in the Bolton area, we formed our organisation to provide person-centred support, with a focus on recovery to individuals affected by mental ill-health and their families. Built from the ground up, with a management team consisting of a psychologist and social worker, both of whom have extensive knowledge and experienc

e working in mental health. We decided that we wanted to provide a service which not only offers holistic support like no other, but also gives back to our community to improve the lives of others.

09/09/2026

**Volunteer Activity & Group Coordinators Wanted**

**Safe Haven Bolton CIC**

We are looking for a small team of friendly, reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to help us deliver accessible activities, groups and community events for local people.

At Safe Haven Bolton, we are passionate about reducing isolation, improving wellbeing and creating inclusive opportunities for people to connect, build confidence and enjoy meaningful activities within their community.

We are looking for volunteers who would like to support us with things such as:

* Helping to plan and organise community activities and groups
* Supporting people to take part in activities in a way that feels comfortable and accessible
* Welcoming attendees and helping people feel included
* Assisting with setting up and packing away sessions
* Supporting arts, crafts, wellbeing, social and recreational activities
* Helping us develop new ideas based on what local people would enjoy
* Supporting occasional community events and themed sessions
* Helping to ensure activities are inclusive for people with different needs and abilities

You do not need to have previous experience in care or community work. We are looking for people who are compassionate, patient, approachable and genuinely interested in helping others.

This role may particularly suit someone with an interest in mental health, wellbeing, community development, activities, social care, education or working with people.

**We are looking for volunteers who are:**

Reliable and able to work well as part of a team
Friendly, welcoming and non-judgemental
Confident communicating with a wide range of people
Respectful of confidentiality and professional boundaries
Passionate about inclusion and community wellbeing
Willing to contribute ideas and get involved

Training, guidance and ongoing support will be provided by the Safe Haven Bolton team.

Volunteer opportunities can be flexible and arranged around your availability, with opportunities to become involved in regular groups as well as one-off events and activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, meet new people, develop new skills and make a genuine difference within the local community.

**Interested in joining our volunteer team?**

Please get in touch with Safe Haven Bolton to tell us a little about yourself, your availability and why you would like to volunteer with us.

**Safe Haven Bolton**

contact: [email protected]

08/09/2026

Good morning,

Unfortunately we will have to cancel our crochet group today due to unforeseen circumstances.

Ellen is hoping be back with you all next week!

Apologies for the inconvenience ๐Ÿฅฐ

๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’— YOU ARE NOT ALONE โ€” SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE ๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿ’™At Safe Haven Bolton, we understand that a mental health crisis doesnโ€™t al...
02/09/2026

๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’— YOU ARE NOT ALONE โ€” SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE ๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿ’™

At Safe Haven Bolton, we understand that a mental health crisis doesnโ€™t always happen during office hours.

During our office hours and when our on-call support is available, our team will always do our very best to listen, reassure and support you. ๐Ÿซถ

However, if our office is closed and you cannot reach our on-call support, please donโ€™t feel that you have nowhere to turn. There are services available 24/7 that you can contact for immediate emotional and crisis support:

๐Ÿ“ž Samaritans โ€” 116 123
Free, confidential support, 24 hours a day.

๐Ÿ“ž Greater Manchester Mental Health Crisis Line โ€” 0800 953 0285
Free mental health crisis support, available 24/7.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Shout โ€” text SHOUT to 85258
Free, confidential 24/7 support by text.

Please reach out โ€” even if youโ€™re not sure what to say. You donโ€™t have to wait until things become unbearable, and you donโ€™t have to face a difficult moment alone.

๐Ÿ’— Your life matters.
๐Ÿ’™ You matter.
๐ŸŒธ There is support available.
๐Ÿซถ There is hope.

If you are in immediate danger or need urgent medical assistance, please call 999 or attend your nearest A&E.

Safe Haven Bolton โ€” here to listen, here to support, here for you. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’—

01/09/2026

Please accept our apologies everyone who planned on attending tomorrow.

We promise lots of supportive fun with all of you next Wednesday ๐Ÿฅน๐Ÿ’—

๐ŸŽถ SING ALONG GROUP โ€“ CANCELLED THIS FRIDAY ๐ŸŽถ
26/08/2026

๐ŸŽถ SING ALONG GROUP โ€“ CANCELLED THIS FRIDAY ๐ŸŽถ

20/08/2026

๐Ÿ• PIZZA MAKING CLASS โ€“ CANCELLED ๐Ÿ•

Weโ€™re sorry!

Unfortunately, our upcoming Pizza Making Class at Safe Haven has had to be cancelled. Due to sickness and low staffing levels, we have had to make the decision to prioritise our care in the community tomorrow.

We sincerely apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause, especially to everyone who was looking forward to joining us.

๐Ÿ’— Thank you for your understanding. ๐Ÿ’™

We hope to rearrange the session for another date and will keep everyone updated.

What a wonderful first crochet group we had today at Safe Haven! ๐Ÿฅฐ๐ŸงถWeek one was a fantastic success, with everyone comin...
04/08/2026

What a wonderful first crochet group we had today at Safe Haven! ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿงถ

Week one was a fantastic success, with everyone coming together in a warm, welcoming and friendly space to learn something new, have a chat, and enjoy each otherโ€™s company. Itโ€™s amazing how something as simple as crochet can help reduce isolation, encourage conversation, build confidence, and support positive mental wellbeing.

A huge thank you to Ellen for so generously sharing your skills, patience and knowledge with everyone. We couldnโ€™t have asked for a better start, and weโ€™re already looking forward to next week!

Hereโ€™s to many more afternoons of creativity, connection and supporting one another. ๐Ÿ’™

last chance to book on our 6 week crochet class starting next week. The class will run from 12-2pm every Tuesday. There ...
29/07/2026

last chance to book on our 6 week crochet class starting next week. The class will run from 12-2pm every Tuesday. There will be a ยฃ5 initial start up fee for your crochet needles to so you can take home your project and practice at home!

The class will be run in the safe haven offices in a warm welcoming space. Please get in touch if you would like to book on by either contacting the office on 01204 916042; dropping us a message on here or emailing [email protected]

Lovely little Visual Impairment training session at the office this morning ๐Ÿ˜ŠMaking sure all of our team can confidently...
19/07/2026

Lovely little Visual Impairment training session at the office this morning ๐Ÿ˜Š

Making sure all of our team can confidently support any visually impaired person with guided walks in and around their home & in the community ๐Ÿฉต

๐ŸŒธ WHATโ€™S ON AT SAFE HAVEN BOLTON ๐ŸŒธWe have an exciting programme of community activities coming up at Safe Haven Bolton. ...
16/07/2026

๐ŸŒธ WHATโ€™S ON AT SAFE HAVEN BOLTON ๐ŸŒธ

We have an exciting programme of community activities coming up at Safe Haven Bolton. Whether you would like to learn a new skill, meet new people, build confidence or simply enjoy some time in a friendly and supportive space, everyone is welcome. ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿงถ Hooking for Mental Health โ€“ Crochet Course
Starting Tuesday 4th August
12pmโ€“2pm for six weeks
Led by Ellen Macloud
ยฃ5 initial fee for crochet hooks
Beginners welcome!

๐Ÿ’ฌ Rolling Mental Health Group
Starting Wednesday 5th August
Every other Wednesday, 11:30amโ€“2:30pm
A different wellbeing focus each session
Free to attend, with donations welcome
Booking is required

๐ŸŽค Safe Havenโ€™s Got Talent
A fun 12-week programme with a showcase at the end
Take part individually or as part of a group
Free to attend, with donations welcome
Please book at the beginning of the programme

๐Ÿ• Pizza Making
Friday 21st August
11amโ€“1pm
ยฃ5 per pizza
Booking is required

๐ŸŽถ Sing-Along Group
Friday 28th August and Friday 25th September
10amโ€“11am
Free to attend, with donations welcome
Please book your place

๐Ÿ“ Safe Haven Bolton
86 Market Street, Westhoughton

๐Ÿ“ž 01204 916042
๐ŸŒ www.safehavenbolton.co.uk

Places may be limited, so please contact us to book.

๐ŸŒธ Supporting our local community through connection, creativity and wellbeing. ๐ŸŒธ

Address

86 Market Street, Westhoughton
Bolton
BL53AZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441204916042

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