We aren’t a clinical institution; we are a community-focused charity built on understanding and mutual support. Many of our volunteers and organisers have their own personal journeys through mental health challenges or have been affected by suicide. This shared understanding is at the heart of our commitment to Inverclyde. It means that when you walk through our doors, you are met by people who truly understand, dedicated to a future where no one has to face their darkest moments alone.
We are proud to be part of the fabric of this town. Our goal is to reduce the suicide rate in Inverclyde to zero by fostering a culture of “Looking Out and Reaching Out.” By providing education, reducing stigma, and offering a steady hand, we help our community stay anchored even in the roughest seas.
We offer Safety Support every Monday, 10am-6pm.
Because we focus on being a steadying force when life feels shaky, you can pop in during these times for a cuppa and a chat – no appointment is needed.
No. We aren’t a clinical institution and we don’t use diagnostic labels like “patient” or “sufferer”. We are here for anyone navigating mental health struggles or feelings of isolation; your lived experience is what matters to us, not a medical label.
You don’t need a professional to point you in our direction. While we do accept referrals (nominations) from others, you can easily refer (nominate) yourself to our services. We aim to keep our support “low-barrier,” meaning it is as easy as possible for you to get the help you need.
Not at all. While our ultimate purpose is suicide prevention, you can reach out whenever you feel “in crisis” or overwhelmed. If you feel you need a safe space to find your footing and “steady the storm,” our doors are open to you.
No. You can reach out directly to join our social connection groups for adults or young people. We want to make it simple for you to take that first step toward building stability and connection.
Getting support is simple. You can reach out by dropping into our Greenock centre for Crisis Support, every Monday from 10am-6pm, by joining one of our social groups, or filling out a self-referral (nomination) form on this website. We believe that reaching out shows strength, and we are ready to listen whenever you are ready to talk.
You can reach us directly on support@anchor-scio.co.uk.
