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Maytree Respite Centre

  1. London
  2. London Community Service & Non Profit

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Address: Moray Road , London N4 3LG, XGL, GB
Phone: 020 7263 7070
State: XGL
City: London
Zip Code: N4 3LG

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Reviews
Have recently used this service… Have found them to be an amazing support and hope to see more of them popping up around the country. I can understand how people feel about intrusive questions, however the place it’s coming from is good and they encourage you by saying if anything feels uncomfortable you don’t have to share. To be able to make sure the service is right for you, it’s fair for them to ask questions - I don’t think they could provide the best support to you if not. I certainly haven’t found them intrusive at all, but rather highly supportive and nurturing. And if that’s what you need, I think it’s good to be open to what they offer, at a pace and level which is comfortable for you. I wish more people would take this up. It can feel very daunting going in on your first day, but there is a consistency that’s offered, you feel safe, cared for and are shown compassion in a way that allows you to be able to learn to apply it yourself. It’s great as a respite, or as a place to feel seen heard and validated. There is absolutely no judgement, and you feel accepted as you are and come in to the house. I’ve really appreciated the stay and support, and has had more of an impact in ways I didn’t expect. Thanks so much to everyone at Maytree!
The effects this place has had on me, is truly remarkable and indescribable I am truly grateful for being offered a place to stay, and experience the holistic and therapeutic experience that they provide. All the staff and volunteers are beautiful human beings, and really do care about the well-being of those who stay. I really hope that every city has a Maytree in the next few years, so that more people have access to this experience. I walked out of the house the same person, but with a different perspective on what my life is worth and that is that I am worthy of life and it is worthy of me. Thank you so much Maytree, love and light to you all Xo
I had amazing experience it was so welcoming and everyone is so kind caring and helpful went there feeling broken and came out feeling I can heal and take care of myself such a lovely place to stay
The people who run and volunteer their time at Maytree are without doubt incredible individuals. The concept is amazing and it is a much needed service. So I can't rate them too low, it wouldn't be kind and for some people who stay it clearly helps! I think there are failings in their processes though. I first contacted them in 2018. I was happy to talk by email but they absolutely wouldn't budge on the fact I needed to call and speak to someone at least six times or something before I'd be considered for a stay. I couldn't call. When I finally was able to call, it was 2021.... I spoke to someone once, and found the questions quite intrusive and too much. I also read the other reviews and thought I'd never be allowed to stay there. I never spoke to them again. It's a shame - these houses should be provided by the government and mental health trusts, not left to volunteers, kind and well meaning as they are!
Before I came here, I was healing gradually. The only befriending session I had aggravated my situation.In my opinion, it seemed the volunteer lacked experience. The conversation felt like I was talking to a member of the general public. Naturally, I did not want to talk about my traumas on my first day, especially if talking about this is a trigger. The volunteer's questions were like an interrogation. I told I did not want to talk about such negative things when I've just arrived. Nonetheless, through her language and questions I felt compelled to talk, and she even said at the end that I ought to be proud that I finally opened up. Even though I set a boundary, she pressured me to open up when I wasn't ready. She hadn't listened to me. On my first day, I left. I didn't spend the night there. This is not a place for people dealing with mental health, or those recovering from trauma. If you had a severe physical condition you would not get treatment from a medical student, so it should be the same for this - s.i should be treated as a terminal illness as you could end your life when pushed. The volunteer also kept boasting about her sons. It felt like I was chatting with a great aunt. Also, she was about to fall asleep throughout the session. Absolutely taking the mick. When I left the volunteer I told didn't care at all. He just said "take care". Run!
I spoke to them and stayed there a number of years ago, my experiences were very positive, but I did encounter two volunteers while there who were not as good I probaly met over forty during my stay. I chose to take the view that it was an amazing place to stay and I simply told the manager about the negatives with the attitude they were perhaps new, I know not every one would be able to do this but I think they were wonderful, very kind and these things do happen. I think they are likely much busier since covid and it shows how there needs to be more places like this. I still recommend them to people and still remember Angela who was one of the managers ten years later. They did not fix things completely but they tried their very best
Really great idea. Spoke twice. Was told it would take weeks if i was successful. Questions were hugely intrusive. The first time seemed like an assessment as was the second and an assessment with a stranger asking highly intrusive questions and to explain everything without any form of counselling was retraumatising and uncontained. I was triggered worse by the end. I dont think the volunteers should do this without training and dont think any training was evident. Suicide is serious and they shouldnt dip into this without knowing what they are doing.you can make someone worse and a service where youre offered help for 4 nights in many weeks time isnt great
What an incredible experience! I spent 5 days with 2 other guests in this gorgeous house which never has more than 4 guests at a time. The warmth and care of the staff and volunteers shone through making me feel very safe and cared for. I had my own room with thoughtful extras like a bar of Lush soap, and a notebook and pen. Also my own shower which felt luxurious. There was a regular stream of volunteers, in addition to office staff and coordinators. Shifts changed every three hours so we were all assigned one particular volunteer to work with us for that time. Sometimes for formal talking therapy in private rooms, but also sometimes to just keep an eye on us whilst letting us hang out or do whatever we liked, with the option of company if we felt like it. One evening was spent with the 3 guests and two volunteers having a fabulous time with art materials, laughing far more than anything. Towards the end we were all given a crisis plan and were helped with working on ideas for self care. I can’t sum my experience up other than to say that I now feel bright and full of hope, together with the realism that things will inevitably feel tough again, but maybe next time I will cope better. I would recommend Maytree with all my heart and could not be more grateful.
Nothing short of phenomenal, i was welcomed into Maytree in 2018. It's nothing like I've ever experienced before. The staff & volunteers were all incredibly kind & supportive. Of course you're bound to be on edge for the first day or so, as you're in an incredibly vulnerable place mentally. But I felt as though everyone went above & beyond of what was expected of them. I've never in my life have I ever been so well understood. It really is a case of what you put in is what you get out. The talking therapy is intense to say the least, but it just so worth it. You really felt like that what you are going through, was validated & that you were not alone. I completely understand why it's a one time gig though. As it's a shock to the system. If you kept going, it wouldn't be as effective. The experience that I was blessed to have, will stay with me forever. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity, which I hope that others who are in that dark place, get to experience & come away from it feeling with the sense that there are good people out in the world. It is a real shame that there are not more respite centers around the country, as the service they offer is next to none. I think that's the right expression. I just wish I could extend my gratitude further to all that helped me along in my hour of need. For which I am truly forever grateful. Thank you all.
I was a resident at Maytree in 2015.The wonderful team saved my life and made me feel my life was worth living for. I lost my mum 12/12/12 after a month in intensive care. My dad had a stroke new years day 2013.He deteriorated extremely quickly and died of a broken heart on 19/03/2013.,My uncle died on 11/05/2013. My garage was burgled in June 2013 and I lost my job in August 2013. I became a recluse and had no incentive to do housework etc. I finally had enough and took an extreme amount of paracetamol sleeping tablets night nurse tablets and Co codimal all washed down with a bottle of Southern Comfort. I came out of hospital 5 days later with no support network. My best friend disowned me and my brother was angry with me. I eventually told another good friend of mine who told me about Maytree. Everyone associated with this incredible place listened to me without judging me my life is now amazing. I. Can't thank everyone at Maytree enough
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