Media Centre

If you are a journalist with a media enquiry, please contact the Trust's Communications Team:

Telephone: 0161 358 1644
Email: communications@gmmh.nhs.uk
The office is open between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays).

Out of hours contact: 0161 773 9121 operates at evenings and weekends. This is for urgent media queries only.

Find our latest press releases below.

Press Releases

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The Recovery Academy marks Stress Awareness Month with the launch of their brand-new prospectus

The Recovery Academy, run by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH), is proudly launching their new spring / summer term prospectus on 2 April 2024, during Stress Awareness Month...

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“I have finally got a life” - new community mental health service to roll out following successful pilot

Wigan Borough Living Well, a new community mental health service which sees Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) join forces with Wigan Primary Care, Wigan and Leigh Community ...

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GMMH announces appointment of new Chief Executive

A new Chief Executive has been appointed Chief Executive at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) to lead the organisation at this pivotal time....

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A first for Greater Manchester as dedicated support is offered to homeless people with neurological conditions

“We know of only one other mental health trust in the country who is providing this type of support, and we are incredibly proud to be paving the way in such an important area.”  ...

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LGBTQ+ Teapots art series crafted by people on their mental health recovery journey to be exhibited

A series of ceramic teapots, developed through a wellbeing project by people who identify as LGBTQ+, will be shown as part of the Manchester Open 2024 exhibition at HOME Manchester. The teapots are...

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Cost of living support in Manchester this winter

No. 93 Wellbeing Centre is hosting a number of different community groups, free wellbeing-related sessions and services for Manchester residents to help with the cost of living this winter. The Centre...

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GMMH announces appointment of new Chair

A new Chair has been appointed at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH). Tony Warne will take up the post of Chair at GMMH from January 2024. He will be taking over from the ...

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GMMH dementia research team wins at HSJ Awards 2023

A Greater Manchester-based dementia research team has won the first ‘Modernising Diagnostics’ award at the Health Service Journal (HSJ) Awards 2023. ...

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Where to go for mental health crisis support this Winter

A mental health crisis is when you feel at breaking point, and you need urgent help. You may be feeling extremely anxious; feeling suicidal, or self-harming; you may also be hearing voices, or feel...

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Innovative approach to emotional health for young people launched

A new project that will support the emotional health and wellbeing of Wigan Borough’s children in care, care leavers and foster carers has been announced by Wigan Council. Our Safe Space sees...

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