Sanctuary and Crisis Hub

Who are we? 

Sanctuary & Crisis Hubs are a short-term crisis intervention and prevention service.

In Enfield we are open every day of the year, 5pm-10pm weekdays and 12-5pm weekends.

In Barnet are open every day of the year, 4:30pm-10pm weekdays and 12-6pm weekends. 

We act as an A&E and Emergency services alternative, providing support to individuals in the Enfield Borough aged 18+. We understand that reaching out for support is difficult, but we are here when you are ready 

What do we do? 

Our trained mental health professionals specialise in crisis de-escalation and prevention. If someone is appropriate for our service, we offer an Initial Assessment with a Support worker and a follow up Support/Safety Planning session which may include the following: 

  • Safety Plans
  • Utilising our helpline, which can provide immediate support & Crisis De-escalation
  • Access to drop in sessions
  • One to One follow up sessions with a support worker, either over the phone, online or at our hub in Finchley
  • Building your support network through signposting and referrals
  • Education, information & advice

Even if our service isn’t the right one for you; we will try to find the right one with you. 

How to contact us/refer to us?

For self referrals:  

Barnet – call us on 0208 343 5704 or email us at sanctuarybarnet@mindeb.org.uk 

Enfield – call us on 020 8906 7509 or email us at sanctuaryenfield@mindeb.org.uk 

For professionals:

Please refer by completing this form and sending it to our email address