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13/01/2026

13.01.2026

Apologises but the Retreat Dorchester will only be open for new people and emergencies this evening due to lack of staffing.

If you need support for your mental health please call Connection on 0800 652 0190

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

13/01/2026

Tuesday 13/01/26

Hi All,

The Retreat in Bournemouth will be open only to new visitors and emergency visitors all evening.

We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

08/01/2026

UPDATE Thursday 8th Jan 2026

The Retreat in Bournemouth will be open to all visitors from 19:00-23:00 this evening ☺️

08/01/2026

Thursday 08/01/26

Hi All,

The Retreat in Bournemouth will be open only to new visitors and emergency visitors tonight (those brought in by emergency services).

This is due to staff sickness.

We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

06/01/2026

6th January 2026

Apologies but the Retreat Dorchester will open at 5.30pm this evening Tuesday due to staffing issues.

We will also be open from 5.15pm tomorrow evening Wednesday due to a staff meeting.

Open as normal after these times.

If you need support for your mental health please call Connection on 0800 652 0190

Dorset Mental Health Forum

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

05/01/2026

We know this time of year can be particularly hard for many, and our Access Mental Health Services are here to help.

Our Connection mental health crisis phone line is available 24/7. If you are worried about your own mental health or someone close to you, our experienced mental health staff are here to listen and support you to find a way forward, whatever the circumstances.

Phone 0800 652 0190. We are here for you.

www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/access-mental-health

05/01/2026

This time of year can be a particularly tough time for many of us. Worried about your mental health or someone you know?

Dorset’s Access Mental Health services are open to provide support for anyone struggling to cope, seeking help or advice, feeling low or anxious, or heading towards a crisis.

Call Connection – our 24/7 telephone helpline (0800 652 0190) or if you are over 18, drop into one of our Retreats (Bournemouth and Dorchester) or Community Front Rooms (Bridport, Shaftesbury and Weymouth) - visit www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/access-mental-health for opening times and address details, plus virtual support options.

05/01/2026

Monday 05/01/26

Hi All,

The Retreat in Bournemouth will be open only to new visitors and emergency visitors tonight (those brought in by emergency services).

We will close fully at 21:00 due to staffing shortfall.

We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you require support for your mental health, you can contact Connection on 0800 652 0190.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

05/01/2026

5th January 2026

Apologies the Retreat West will only be fully open until 9pm this evening. After 9 we are only open for new people and emergencies, if this changes we will update here.

If you need support for your mental health please call connection on 0800 652 0190

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

25/12/2025

Boxing Day update

The retreat Dorchester will be open as usual this evening.

Dorset Mental Health Forum
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

25/12/2025

25.12.25

The Retreat Bournemouth will be open from 5pm, due to staffing.

Apologies for the short notice and see you at 5!

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁🎅🏻⛄️⭐️

24/12/2025

24/12/2025 - The Retreat Bournemouth will be open from 5pm, due to staff supervision. Apologies for the short notice

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Monday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Tuesday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Wednesday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Friday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Saturday 4:30pm - 11:30pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 11:30pm

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A Place to Pause

Welcome to the Retreat, a service that aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment during the times you are struggling to cope with life. You can attend whether you would like to try to avoid a crisis or feel that you have already reached crisis point.

It is up to you how you define this and you don’t need to be referred.

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