Holding Space
Because everyone deserves to know their belongings are safe while they rebuild their life.
Holding Space is MTICBIAI's secure storage and practical support service for people experiencing crisis, instability or significant life transitions. We provide safe, reliable storage for personal belongings when circumstances make it difficult or impossible to keep them secure.
Whether someone is fleeing domestic abuse, experiencing homelessness, moving between accommodation, entering hospital, transitioning from custody, leaving care or starting university, Holding Space ensures their possessions remain protected while they focus on recovery and moving forward.
We recognise that belongings often represent far more than material possessions. They hold memories, identity and a sense of stability. Losing them can deepen trauma and create additional barriers to recovery. By protecting what matters most, we help create the foundations for people to rebuild with dignity and confidence.
What we offer
Secure short, long-term and emergency storage
Collection and transportation of belongings where appropriate
Support during housing transitions and relocations
Storage for those entering hospital, custody or temporary accommodation
Practical support alongside our wider trauma-informed services
Flexible, person-centred support tailored to individual circumstances
Accessibility
Our services are free or low-cost for eligible individuals, ensuring support is available when it is needed most.
Confidentiality
We understand that privacy matters. All enquiries, access arrangements and personal information are handled with the utmost care and kept strictly confidential.
Holding Space is more than a storage service. It is a commitment to preserving dignity, reducing the practical impact of crisis and ensuring that no one has to choose between their safety and the belongings that matter most.