Safe Spaces Care

Safe Spaces Care provides rapid-response, short-term crisis support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Our Emergency Crisis Response Units (ECRUs) offer an alternative to inappropriate hospital admissions or police detentions-creating safe, therapeutic environments during the most challenging moments.

Our freestanding 6–8 bed CQC-registered units are designed for 24/7 admission within two hours, staffed by trained professionals and supported by clinical input from mental health practitioners. With a focus on stabilisation and transition, each stay is up to 28 days-bridging the gap between community care and hospital settings.

We’re addressing a national shortfall in specialist crisis care. Over 90% of Section 136 detentions are deemed inappropriate, and existing services often fail to respond effectively to complex breakdowns in care. Safe Spaces Care steps in with a consistent, scalable model that supports both step-up and step-down pathways-reducing pressure on systems while improving individual outcomes.

Key Features:

• 24/7 rapid admissions

• Clinical oversight and MDT involvement

• Customisable and scalable regional models

• Flexible property and commissioning options

• Measurable outcomes for individuals

We collaborate closely with commissioners, local authorities, ICBs, NHS trusts, and families to provide solutions during moments of acute need. Whether managing crisis escalations, responding to placement breakdowns, or easing transitions between services, Safe Spaces Care ensures people receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Safe Spaces Care: Reimagining crisis care-compassionate, immediate, and effective.