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This is a virtual mental health group . Providing progressive help for service users & carers . Within tameside & local areas . Signposting service help & communication help links .

Tameside OPT-in Project


We offer support to people affected by mental health issues . We provide a range of social and activity groups in community settings throughout Tameside . Anyone can become a member of a group and people can join as many groups as they like . The groups are run by their own members, with assistance from OPT-in staff who will help people to settle in and become more involved—if they wish to . There will be opportunities for people to volunteer within the groups and further afield . With OPT-in you have more choice and greater involvement .


The OPT-in Team

Phil Greaves - Manager

Janet Northend - Admin

Wendy Gough

Karen McPartland

Andy Potts


VOLUNTEERS WANTED  !


The Opt-in groups have several volunteer opportunities and we would really appreciate your help. We need people to Help run the groups Assist with fundraising Be responsible for group materials and equipment If you think you can offer a an hour or two of your time on a regular basis then please contact the OPT-in team on 0161 342 8545


Thankyou !





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OPT-in Project Activities


Each drop-in offers Unlimited drinks—for a small cost Use of kitchen facilities A fully accessible building on a main bus route


At Denton and Hyde you can have a go at quizzes, board games, table football, table tennis and pool. At Dukinfield you can listen to music, relax and take part in quizzes etc . You can meet with old friends and make new ones in a warm, friendly and caring environment. You may stay for the whole session or just pop in for a chat and a cuppa - the choice is yours.


Wilshaw House . ASHTON

Basic Computer Skills Group ( 50 Pence . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) Where you can attend computer training classes & borrow a laptop computer thats WiFi enabled to surf the net or send messages . Tuesday . 1 PM to 3 PM


Wilshaw House . ASHTON

Women to Women Group ( £1 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) Peer support for women by women, relaxed friendly group for a cuppa and a chat with guest speakers on a variety of subjects . Mondays . 10 AM to 12 AM


Wilshaw House . ASHTON

English for Adults ( 50 Pence . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) Help with English - small groups and one to one sessions for anyone who struggles with written English . Mondays . 11 AM to 12.30 AM


Wilshaw House . ASHTON

2 to Read Group ( Free )

A new adult peer mentoring reading programme . Please contact Wendy Gough from the Opt  In Project for greater details . Wilshaw House . ASHTON and various locations within Tameside . Various . Days . Times







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OPT In . Newsletters . Click to Read  GETTING THERE . Wilshaw House . ASHTON 

Age UK . ASHTON

Depression Support Group ( 50 Pence . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) This is a Self Help Group for people who have experienced depression . Wednesday . 2 PM to 4 PM


GETTING THERE . Age UK . ASHTON 

Bus Station . Stand 330 . ASHTON

Green Group Walking & Enviromental ( Free )

This small, friendly group of people meet on a Wednesday. & Enjoy local walks The group also has links with the Tameside Countryside Service and helps out in local conservation projects. Wednesday . 9-15 AM to 3 PM







Depression Support Group ( 50 Pence . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) This is a Self Help Group for people who have experienced depression . Wednesday . 2 PM to 4 PM


GETTING THERE . Bus Station . ASHTON 

Tameside College . ASHTON

Course Art Group ( Free )

This group is for people who already have some skills and experience in art. It can be used as a stepping stone to the BTEC Art and Design course at Tameside College. You will visit art galleries and exhibitions, learn about the general principles of art and have the opportunity to produce a portfolio of your own work to help prepare you for the BTEC course. If you are interested please contact Karen at OPT-in for further information . Friday . 9-30 AM to 4 PM


Tameside College . ASHTON

Craft Ceramics Course ( Free )

A 12 Weeks Course to enable making of your own ceramics piece and gain a qualification . 2 Course Per Year . Telephone 0161 342 8545 for Confirming



GETTING THERE . Tameside College . ASHTON 

Guide Bridge Theatre . ASHTON

Drama Craft Project ( 50 Pence . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) This successful group has been running for several years and is supported by a drama specialist and a volunteer actor from Guide Bridge Theatre. As a group member you will be able to take part in many activities, including: Warm up games Acting Reading scripts Relaxation Behind the scenes work Occasional productions Trips out Most important of all you will be able to have fun in a non-threatening and relaxed atmosphere. Thursday afternoon at Guide Bridge Theatre . . All Welcome !  Thursday . 12-30 AM to 2-30 PM

GETTING THERE . Guide Bridge Theatre . ASHTON 

Musicians Therapy . ASHTON

Music Group ( Free )

If you enjoy music then join us at The Station Hotel . The group is for people of all abilities who want to learn, play, sing or simply listen and enjoy . Thursdays . 7 PM to 8 PM

GETTING THERE . Musicians Therapy . ASHTON 

St Mark’s Church . DUKINFIELD

Card Making Group ( £ 1 . Tea & Biscuits . Unlimited )

Everyone is welcome . Thursday . 1 PM to 3-30 PM


St Mark’s Church . DUKINFIELD

Dukinfield Social Group ( £1 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited )

All welcome just drop in . Thursday . 12-30AM to 4 PM


St Mark’s Church . DUKINFIELD

Digital Camera Group ( £1 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited )

For anyone who wants to get more from their digital camera. How creative can I be ? How can I improve the quality of my photos ? What can I do with my pictures? Where can I use my camera ? Cameras and computers . On a 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month ( Every other Thursday ) 10.30 AM to 12.30 AM


GETTING THERE . St Mark's Church . DUKINFIELD

New Charter Hub . DUKINFIELD

Art & Craft Group ( £2 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited . Art Materials ) General art group . All are welcome . Please telephone first to choose a space . Monday . 12-30 AM to

3-30 PM

GETTING THERE . New Charter Hub . DUKINFIELD

St Georges Church . HYDE

Social Group ( £1-50 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited )

All are welcome just drop in . Tuesday . 12 AM to 4 PM


St Georges Church . HYDE

Craft Recycling Group ( £1-50 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited ) All are welcome just drop in . Though telephone Opt In Project to check if spaces . Tuesday . Tuesday . 1 PM to 3-30 PM


GETTING THERE . St Georges Church . HYDE

Methodist Church . DENTON

Social Club ( £1-50 . Coffee & Tea . Unlimited )

All are welcome just drop in . Though telephone Opt In Project to check if spaces . Friday . 11-30 AM to 3-30 PM

GETTING THERE . Methodist Church . DENTON