We are MAN MATTERS, a project at the mental health charity, GASPED. We deliver a range of person-centred support to anyone who identifies as male, is 18+ and lives in the Wakefield District or has a Wakefield GP.
We work to improve self-worth and overcome challenges such as suicidal tendencies and low self-esteem.
We offer a variety of support from regular coffee groups, to 1-2-1 practical & emotional support sessions to person-centred counselling.
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GASPED, 5-5a Cheapside, Wakefield, WF1 2SD, United Kingdom
REFERRAL LINE – 01924 787507
EMAIL – resourcecentre@gasped.co.uk
WHO IS GASPED?
GASPED is a Registered Charity in England (no. 1072174) and a Registered Company in England and Wales (no. 03580793)
GASPED are a well established service in Wakefield offering counselling and practical and emotional support services since 1995. The service has changed and adapted over the years to meet the needs of people residing in Wakefield.
HOW IS MAN MATTERS RELATED TO GASPED?
MAN MATTERS is a project within GASPED.
HOW DID MAN MATTERS START?
We identified gaps in service delivery. We ran two workshops; co-produced by ourselves, local men with lived experience and service providers.
The initial funding was submitted in December 2019. In April 2022, the grant was received to provide a much needed service for males in the Wakefield District.
HOW LONG HAS MAN MATTERS BEEN RUNNING?
The MAN MATTERS Project has been running since June 2022.
HOW BIG IS THE TEAM?
The MAN MATTERS Team currently consists of:
- Project Manager
- Support Worker Co-Ordinator
- Support Workers
- Marketing Manager
- Volunteers
The counsellors are within GASPED.
