Overview
About us
The Lookout is a first of its kind supported living service in Hampshire for adults aged 18+ experiencing mental health crisis. It offers short-term (up to 28 days) respite and recovery in a psychologically informed environment that takes into account the emotional and psychological needs of each person.
Developed in partnership with Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, The Lookout delivers holistic support and interventions in a safe space. Our experienced team design structured activities to minimise the pressures and stresses of daily life, and give clients the opportunity to reset.
- Staff are on-site 24-hours a day to suit individual needs
- Trauma-informed approach to empower and promote long-term outcomes
- Clients only need to bring themselves and any personal care items - everything else, including meals and bedding, is provided
Accommodation
![50’s styled terraced property with multiple entry points and plenty of large PVC windows which proactively supports adults who require mental health support in Winchester.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-exterior.jpg?itok=LoXVesW2)
![Good sized grassed garden, with luscious trees and shrubbery. A raised decking area is home to a light wooden stained shed.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-garden.jpg?itok=EoJqesXq)
![Whitewashed kitchen cabinetry, blending seamlessly into the white kitchen. With industrial style electric hob.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-kitchen.jpg?itok=eUWuJ8Bv)
![A cosy seating area featuring a large bay window. Two two-seater black leather sofas decorated with soft cream throwovers. Surrounding a large wall mounted television.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-seating-area.jpg?itok=bA3KXc2O)
![Large wooden block with the words The Lookout written on in blue paint and a purple outline.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-06/the-look-out-sign-01.jpg?itok=mTZht8Dm)
![50’s styled terraced property with multiple entry points and plenty of large PVC windows which proactively supports adults who require mental health support in Winchester.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-exterior.jpg?itok=LoXVesW2)
![Good sized grassed garden, with luscious trees and shrubbery. A raised decking area is home to a light wooden stained shed.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-garden.jpg?itok=EoJqesXq)
![Whitewashed kitchen cabinetry, blending seamlessly into the white kitchen. With industrial style electric hob.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-kitchen.jpg?itok=eUWuJ8Bv)
![A cosy seating area featuring a large bay window. Two two-seater black leather sofas decorated with soft cream throwovers. Surrounding a large wall mounted television.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-05/the-look-out-seating-area.jpg?itok=bA3KXc2O)
![Large wooden block with the words The Lookout written on in blue paint and a purple outline.](/sites/default/files/styles/gallery/public/2023-06/the-look-out-sign-01.jpg?itok=mTZht8Dm)
Care and support
Applying
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for a place at The Lookout, applicants must be:
- Over 18 with or without a mental health diagnosis
- A client with the Hampshire Community
- Mental Health Teams via the Crisis Resolution at Home Treatment Team (except in Portsmouth, Fareham and Gosport)
All support needs will be assessed before an application is accepted.
How do I apply?
Referrals are accepted from the Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) and Crisis Resolution at Home Treatment Teams (CRHTT) in all of Hampshire, except Portsmouth, Fareham and Gosport. We also accept referrals from GPs, hospitals, wellbeing centres, and mental health liaison units, but referrals need to be coordinated with CMHT or CRHTT.
All support needs will be assessed before an application is accepted.
If you have any questions about the care and support services we provide, please contact us using the form below, or call 01962 587 432 during office hours.