Support at TASFund
Support & Services
Find peer-led mental health support in Tameside, with different ways to connect and talk about what you’re going through. Explore our Drop-In, groups and activities, bereavement support, SAFE Tameside and information about crisis support.
If you’re unsure where to start, our team can talk through the options with you.
How We Can Help
Support Looks Different for Everyone
You might want to talk, spend time with others or find support after a bereavement. We can listen to what matters to you and help you explore the options, at a pace that feels comfortable.
Emotional Support
A welcoming place to talk about what you’re going through, be listened to without judgement and find understanding through shared experience.
Connection & Routine
Groups and activities offer opportunities to meet people, enjoy shared interests and build a familiar routine around things you value.
Guidance & Signposting
If you need different or additional support, we can help you explore other services and understand possible next steps.
Explore Our Support
Find the Right Support for You
Explore what each service offers, how to take part and what you can expect. If you’re unsure which option suits your needs, you can contact us to talk it through.
Drop-In Support
A welcoming peer support space for people experiencing mental health difficulties, and for family members, friends and carers. Come for a conversation and time with others.
Groups & Activities
Find creative activities, peer support groups and wellbeing sessions. Shared interests offer different ways to meet people, try something new and spend time together.
Bereavement Support
Supportive spaces for people affected by bereavement, including loss through suicide. Find opportunities to share experiences with others who understand.
SAFE Tameside
Non-clinical support for people experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis. Check the service page for opening times and how to access support.
Crisis Support
Information about urgent mental health support and other crisis services, including where to turn if you or someone else needs immediate help.
Why Choose TASFund?
Support Shaped by Lived Experience
Coming somewhere new can feel like a big step. We aim to make that first visit approachable, with a warm welcome, time to listen and space to find what feels comfortable for you.
Peer-Led
Lived experience across our staff, volunteers and trustees helps shape our support. We listen to your experience without assuming it is the same as anyone else’s.
Community-Focused
Based in Ashton-under-Lyne, we bring local people together and work with partners across Tameside to strengthen connections and routes to support.
Warm & Informal
You don’t need to have the right words ready. You can ask questions, have a conversation and get to know the space before deciding what you want to join.
Supportive & Respectful
Our team works to create a welcoming environment where people respect one another. We recognise different needs, preferences and boundaries, including your own.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Let’s Talk Through the Options
It can be difficult to know what to ask for when you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure. You don’t need to have everything worked out before getting in touch.
Our reception team can explain what TASFund offers, answer questions about visiting and help you explore possible next steps. You can contact us before deciding whether to come along.
You can find our reception hours and visiting information on the Contact Us page.
You Can Get in Touch If You’re…
- Looking for support with your own mental health
- Worried about a family member, friend or someone you care for
- Interested in joining a group or activity
- Unsure which support might suit your needs
- Wanting to know what to expect before your first visit
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Our Support Services
Select a question to read the answer. If there is something else you would like to know, you’re welcome to contact us.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for our Drop-In, and most of our support can be accessed directly. Individual services may have their own arrangements, so check the relevant service page or contact us if you’re unsure.
Do I need to book?
You don’t need an appointment for our Drop-In. Some groups, activities and other services have booking arrangements or limited places. Check the relevant page before attending, or contact reception and we can talk you through it.
Is your support free?
Most of our support services are free to access. Some activities have a small contribution towards costs such as materials or refreshments. Check the activity information or ask reception about any charge before booking.
Who can access support?
Most of our services are for adults aged 18 and over in Tameside and the surrounding areas. Some services have specific eligibility criteria. Family members, friends and carers can also contact us to explore available support.
What if I feel nervous about attending?
It is understandable to feel nervous about somewhere new. You can contact reception beforehand to ask what to expect. When you arrive, our team will do their best to help you feel welcome, explain the options and give you time to get comfortable.
Can I bring someone with me?
If coming with a friend, family member, carer or support worker would help you feel more comfortable, please contact reception to discuss the arrangements. Whether they can join a particular group or session will depend on its format and available space.
Is the Centre wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, the Centre is not fully wheelchair accessible. There is a step at the entrance. We have a ramp, but it is not suitable for powered wheelchairs.
All activities take place on the first floor, which is reached by stairs or a stairlift. The stairlift does not carry a wheelchair; using it requires transferring onto its seat.
We recognise that these limitations prevent some people from attending. Please contact us before travelling so we can explain the access arrangements, discuss your needs and explore other support options if the building is not accessible for you.
Do you provide counselling or therapy?
Our own support is non-clinical and peer-led. We offer listening, shared understanding, groups and wellbeing activities; this is different from counselling, psychotherapy or medical treatment.
You can use peer support alongside support from other services. If you’re looking specifically for counselling or therapy, contact us and we can help you explore possible routes to that support.
What happens when I contact you?
Our reception team can answer questions about TASFund and talk through what you’re looking for. They can explain our services, groups and activities, including how to attend and any booking requirements. You don’t need to know exactly which service you want before getting in touch.
What if TASFund isn’t the right service for me?
We will do our best to help you explore other organisations, services or resources that may be better placed to help. You may also find that you need support from another service alongside what TASFund offers.
Still have a question? We’re happy to help you understand what to expect.
Ready to Reach Out?
We’re Here When You’re Ready
Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or someone you care about, you can start by asking a question. Our team can explain what’s available and help you explore a next step that feels right for you.
Our reception hours and visiting information are listed on the Contact Us page.