Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

“These cabinets are a sign that every person’s beliefs and values are recognised and respected.” That’s how Paul Klein, Chaplain at WHH, describes the new multi faith cabinets now available at both Warrington and Halton Hospitals. Crafted from solid oak and placed in chapel and prayer rooms, the cabinets hold holy texts, prayer cards and faith resources – offering comfort when it’s needed most. They were created by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust’s Benchmark team who supports people living with a mental health condition through creative, skills-based projects. David Lowery, Workshop Manager at Benchmark, said: “Our hope is that the cabinets will bring reassurance and practical support to anyone who needs it.” Funded by WHH Charity, the cabinets are helping make spiritual care more accessible and inclusive – for everyone.

Hep C U Later had the pleasure of supporting our GMMH colleagues at the Bolton Achieve service for World Hepatitis Day, assisting them with their efforts toward micro-elimination #HepCULater NHS Addictions Provider Alliance Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trustt

A big congratulations to Prof JS Bamrah CBE, Consultant Psychiatrist for GMMH, who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s British Indian Psychiatric Association (BIPA) Conference in Birmingham. ✨ 👏 This recognition celebrates Professor Bamrah’s outstanding contributions to psychiatry, mental health advocacy, and leadership across the NHS and beyond. Join us in congratulating Professor Bamrah on this well-deserved recognition! Click the link in the comments to read more. 👇

We’re proud to announce that GMMH has received two prestigious awards at the 2025 Design in Mental Health Awards for the refurbishment of Central Park in Manchester: 🏆 Project of the Year – Refurbishment 🏆 Team of the Year – Capital, Estates & Facilities Project Delivery Team This transformation brings together over twelve different clinical services under one roof to help with enhancing the community-based healthcare services available for Manchester residents. 👏 Congratulations to the entire team! Find out more 👇

🤝 In Liaison and Diversion we encourage applications from people with lived experience. 🤝 You’ll play a key role in assessing individuals who are in contact with the justice system, identifying mental health needs, and ensuring they get the help they need, at the right time. If you're interested in a career working with people who have been in contact with the criminal justice system, we want to hear from you. 🧩 To find out more about Liaison and Diversion careers, please click the link in the comments. #TogetherGMMH #WeAreLiaisonAndDiversion

Service users in Greater Manchester are helping to transform the future of mental health care. 15 experts by experience are sharing their lived journeys to help train the next generation of Cognitive Behavioural Therapists (CBT). Their voices are shaping a new standard of learning at our Psychological Therapies Training Centre (PTTC). Through co-produced videos, powerful storytelling, and active involvement in teaching, their insights are helping to ‘raise the bar’ for mental health education. As trainee Leanne put it, “They all do a wonderful job… being vulnerable about your own experiences cannot be easy but it is so appreciated.” This is more than training - it’s a partnership that empowers everyone involved. 💙 Click the link in the comments to read more. 👇 #TogetherGMMH

Today, Stewart Lucas, one of our Non-Executive Directors and Vice Chair of our Board, and I had the pleasure of spending the afternoon in the company of colleagues in the Offender Personality Disorder (OPD) pathway services partnership based in central Manchester. This is a specialised service delivered in partnership between GMMH and Greater Manchester Probation Service making a positive difference to the life skills and social capital of individuals on their way back into society. We met managers and staff - from both GMMH and GMPS. It was really interesting to learn about the psychologically informed connected interventions and activities - and how this ultimately improves the quality of life for the service users and also has a preventative impact in reducing reoffending. I was very pleased to hear how staff were working very collaboratively across the two organisations and how quite a few of our GMMH staff were rotating their roles between the three different healthcare services we provide as part of this ODP pathway. And it put a smile on my face to hear when staff were praising their leaders for being compassionate, supportive and prioritising innovation. Thank you for hosting us and for passionately educating us on these important services.

📚 Your professional development starts with the right resources! 📚 At GMMH, our Library Services offer staff, learners, and service users access to vital information and evidence to achieve excellent healthcare. With study spaces, e-resources, and support for health improvement, we ensure you have everything you need to succeed. Work with us and continue your learning journey with our comprehensive library services! Click the link in the comments to discover the benefits of a GMMH career. #TogetherGMMH

We’re delighted to feature in the Green Spaces and Biodiversity Toolkit, published by NHS Greater Manchester in partnership with Sow the City! Two case studies from GMMH are included: 🌳 Green Health Walk - A 20-minute route through the grounds of our Prestwich site, with sever different areas of interest to visit including a heritage orchard, habitat boxes and native woodland. 🌼 Recovery Pathways Green Wellbeing Service - horticultural activities to support and build wellbeing at a variety of different community garden venues across the city. Click the link in the comments to read more about the toolkit and our case studies. 👇

Earlier this month, six of our talented catering colleagues took part in ‘regional heats’ at Trafford College for the NHS Chef of the Year 2025 competition. Karolina Morawiec and Joanne Downs were awarded Team of the Day and have earned a place in the finals in York this October. A big shoutout to all our teams who competed - we’re so proud of you! Click the link in the comments to read more. 👇 #TogetherGMMH