It will run every Friday from 10am to 12pm at The Vine Centre in Aldershot, which supports individuals and families across north east Hampshire and Surrey.
The new service, launched ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week, which takes place from May 11 to 17, aims to provide support and help prevent issues from escalating.
It is designed to improve access to health, education and community services for people who may have found it difficult to get help in the past.
Jasmine Yarnell and The Vine Centre CEO Lesley Herniman. (Image: The Vine Centre)
Lesley Herniman, chief executive officer of The Vine Centre, said: “We recognise that providing the right support at the right time can prevent issues from escalating and reduce the need for more intensive interventions in the future.
“We have a strong reputation as a trusted and approachable organisation, particularly for individuals and families who may feel excluded from or reluctant to engage with statutory services.
“We pride ourselves on creating a non-judgemental environment where people feel listened to, respected and valued.
“Our accessible services drop-in service plays a vital role in protecting wellbeing, resilience and stability across the community.
“Without our support, many individuals would be left without the help they need during the most challenging periods of their lives.”
The Vine Centre offers a wide range of support services, including a community café and pantry, addiction support, anger management, budgeting advice and benefits guidance.
The Vine Centre is launching a new mental health drop-in service. (Image: The Vine Centre)
While the charity works with people experiencing homelessness, its broader focus is on early intervention and preventing homelessness by addressing underlying issues.
In the 2024/2025 period, The Vine Centre supported 991 individuals, with 725 of those being new to the service.
Although the centre directly helps around 1,000 people per year, it estimates that up to 2,600 individuals benefit indirectly, including family members, carers, and members of the wider community.
One beneficiary shared their experience in a statement, highlighting the impact of the support received from The Vine Centre’s mental health worker.
The beneficiary said: “The support I received from the mental health worker and the team at The Vine Centre has made a huge difference in my confidence and understanding of myself.
“Thanks to the mental health worker’s support, I feel much more capable of understanding my emotions and managing my mental health.
“I’m really grateful for everything she’s done to help me move forward.”