Prince William marked Mental Health Awareness Week by officially opening a new mental health and suicide prevention centre in Birmingham.
The Prince of Wales visited the newly launched James' Place Birmingham centre on Monday, where free therapy and support will be offered to men experiencing suicidal thoughts across the West Midlands.
Sharing highlights from the visit on Instagram, the organisation announced that the centre had officially opened with support from the future King.
The charity revealed that Prince William met members of the therapy team, men who had previously received support at other centres, along with local donors and supporters who helped bring the Birmingham facility to life.
James' Place also confirmed that the centre is now accepting referrals for men in crisis throughout the West Midlands. Men can refer themselves or be referred by healthcare professionals, community workers, friends, or family members.
According to the organisation, the new centre hopes to provide free, potentially life-saving therapy to around 450 to 500 men during its first year.
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme focuses on “action,” with the charity saying it is proud to take meaningful steps toward preventing suicide among men in the region.
Prince William has remained a strong supporter of mental health awareness and suicide prevention through a number of royal initiatives over the years.
