Wellbeing Centres (East Sussex Community Network)

The Centres are part of a network of mental health recovery support, called the East Sussex Community Network (for more information download the leaflet below - translated versions are also available below).

To read the information on this page in a different language, please scroll to the bottom of the page where you can select a language of your choice.

Coronavirus Statement (11th January 2021)

To best protect our client and staff safety, we have changed the way we provide support in order to adhere to the Government’s advice on social distancing and infection control.

In place of building-based and face-to-face support, our primary form of support is currently via an online timetable, in place of the groups previously offered in our Wellbeing Centres. Phone support also remains available, to continue to support our clients with their recovery and wellbeing.

Last year, we resumed some face-to-face support with our clients where it was essential and in a socially-distanced safe way. Due to the increased risk of transmission from the new strain of Covid-19, we will continue to offer the majority of our support by telephone and online means as detailed above. Only when it is absolutely essential will we consider a face-to-face appointment and our Recovery Workers will discuss with clients individually if it is felt that their circumstances meet this criteria.

This is reviewed regularly in line with the Government Covid-safety guidance. As and when there are any changes to the support we provide, we will update this page.

In the meantime, if you have any urgent questions about your support, or have a new enquiry about our service, please contact us by phone or email using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

As and when there are any changes to the support we provide, we will update this page. In the meantime, if you have any urgent questions about your support, or have a new enquiry about our service, please contact us by phone or email using the contact details at the bottom of this page for each Centre.

What support is available?

Our team of friendly Recovery Workers will work with you to develop a personalised wellbeing plan and support you to access activities and groups at the Centres and in your local community.

Peer Specialists (people with lived experience of mental health challenges) are also available to provide a listening ear and support.  You can read more about our Peer Support Service on our website here.

In addition, out-of-hours mental health support is available at the Hastings and St Leonards Wellbeing Centre, through our Staying Well Space service.

"When I visited, I was struck by the commitment, warmth and experience of the team and its warm, welcoming and relaxed atmosphere."

"As well as being a place that can support your mental wellbeing, it is a rescue place for people in distress."

Am I eligible?

The service is available for adults (aged 16 +) living in East Sussex who are experiencing issues affecting their mental health and wellbeing.

How do I apply?

We accept self-referrals and referrals from health professionals. Please complete our referral form which you can download here and send to the relevant e-mail address listed at the bottom of this page.

Translated information about the East Sussex Community Network  

• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Russian.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Albanian.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Arabic.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Bengali.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Farsi.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Kurdish.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Mandarin.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Polish.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Portuguese.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Tamil.pdf
• East Sussex Community Network leaflet - Turkish.pdf