Directions for Men: Finding Support, Friendship, and a Way Forward
Join Directions for Men in Sale (Mondays) or Wythenshawe (Thursdays) for a safe, supportive space to talk, connect, and find help. Led by mental health professionals.
Talk about life’s challenges, and build meaningful friendships.
It’s often said that men, even when lost or needing help, won’t ask for directions. But what if those “directions” came with brews, toast, supportive company—and no pressure?
Directions for Men is exactly that: a growing network of peer-led support groups designed specifically for men. These groups offer a safe space to talk about life’s challenges, from anxiety, depression, and low mood, to isolation, loss, and life transitions. Whether you’re navigating tough times or just want someone to chat with, this space is for you.
The Sale Group is Led by Joel White, an experienced mental health practitioner, Directions for Men encourages men to speak openly about their feelings, share life experiences, and support one another—judgement-free.
📍 Local Group Details
🔹 Mondays 11am–1pm
St Mary Magdalene Church, Sale, M33 6GD
👉 Unlimited brews, toast and soup included!
📧 Contact: [email protected] | 📞 07853 629 771
🌐 Read the Directions for Men blog – “Love Has No Boundaries”
🔹 Thursdays at 6pm
Forum Library, Wythenshawe (in the old travel shop – glass-fronted office facing the café)
👉 Drop in, pull up a chair, and join the conversation.
These groups follow simple ground rules to make sure everyone feels respected and heard. And while every person’s journey is different, what unites them is a sense of solidarity and the healing power of human connection.
Whether you want to talk or just listen, you’ll be welcomed.
You’re not alone—join the conversation.
Find More in the Live Well, Your Way Magazine
If you’ve enjoyed this blog, you’ll love the Live Well, Your Way magazine — our community magazine packed with inspiring stories, local highlights, and opportunities to stay active, connected, and well. This year, we’re distributing 20,000 free copies across our neighbourhoods. You can pick one up at local supermarkets, pharmacies, hospitals, GP surgeries, churches, and community groups.
It’s our way of making sure everyone has access to activities, support, and a friendly sense of connection — right on their doorstep.
If we can help you at home or support you in getting out and about to the groups featured in our magazine, please call our care team on 0161 870 1136 to find out what’s possible.
