News and Events

Many in our Armed Forces and Veterans community are likely to be affected by the current situation in Afghanistan, including the withdrawal of troops and what has happened since.

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on Friday 10 September 2021, our Suicide, Risk and Safety Research Unit (SSRU, formerly PSRU) have shared an update about some of the research currently being conducted by the unit.

September is World Alzheimer’s Month and this time each year, people from around the world come together to raise awareness about dementia. September 2021 marks the tenth year of this important global awareness campaign.

Our buzz Age Friendly Team would like to invite you to join them for one of their free, upcoming ‘Basics of Being Age Friendly’ training sessions.

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) has been named a winner in the 2021 Design in Mental Health Awards for the ‘Estates and Facilities Team’ category.

International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to raise awareness of overdose, the challenges it brings to our society, and share information on how to stay safe for those at risk.

We’re wishing all our staff, volunteers, patients and their families a happy Pride. We know celebrations might be a little different, but we’ll still be celebrating our wonderful LGBT+ family.

Researchers from Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust are leading a collaboration group in a global study looking into the psychological impact of the Coronavirus pandemic and lockdown which GMMH are able to contribute to.

We are pleased to share our latest Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) blog, an interview with our colleague, Yasmin Holgeth, Age Friendly Neighbourhood Health Worker for buzz Manchester Health & Wellbeing Service and Equality & Diversity Champion for the service. 

A new mental health facility, based at North Manchester General Hospital’s Emergency Department, is welcoming patients who are in need of urgent mental health care. 

GMMH reached a significant milestone after the Trust Board and commissioners approved the Full Business Case to deliver a new adult mental health unit at North Manchester General Hospital.

buzz Manchester Health & Wellbeing Service have collaborated with Becca from Pop Up Percussion to bring you 24 FREE wonderfully fun and creative music sessions for babies, toddlers and children aged 0-6.

Hep C peer mentors and volunteers will use their experiences to educate at-risk people about Hep C, and empower them to make an informed choice about testing and treatment.

The Salford-based community mental health service offers holistic support for people struggling with their mental health.

The study aims to understand the psycho-spiritual experiences and support needs of Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse NHS staff, as we know that Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse NHS colleagues have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic.

Come to our recruitment event at The Curve on Thursday 29 July 2021, 3pm to 6pm.

The Festival of Eid-ul Adha takes place on Tuesday 20^th July 2021