We believe people severely affected by mental illness deserve to live longer, safer and more fulfilling lives, whoever they are and wherever they live.
People with lived experience of mental illness are at the heart of everything we do. Families, carers and loved ones who support them are also an essential part of that picture, and their needs too often go unrecognised. Together, their experiences shape our services, drive our campaigns and help us push for the changes that matter most.
We provide local services across England that help people through crises, support recovery, promote independence and help people stay connected to the people and communities around them. We provide advice and information, including helplines, and bring people together through our network of volunteer-facilitated peer support groups. We also campaign nationally to challenge stigma, discrimination and misinformation, improve care and treatment, and make sure people get the support they deserve.
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"We are eternally very grateful for Rethink’s support, which has been brilliant. Without Rethink’s support in 2001 and up to the present day, Michael would not survive on his own."
Brian, carer Brian, carer
Our approach: communities that care
Communities that Care is our vision for how society should support people affected by mental illness. It recognises that good mental health depends on more than treatment alone, and that everyone needs the right support, relationships and opportunities to thrive.
We look at the whole person, not just their diagnosis. The challenges of severe mental illness extend far beyond healthcare. To thrive, people need safe housing, good physical health, financial security, meaningful connections and opportunities to learn, work and contribute.
The six foundations of a fulfilling life
Housing
A safe, stable place to call home.
Physical health
Access to health checks, care and activities that support the whole body.
Clinical care and research
Access to the right treatment at the right time, backed by research into new and better approaches.
Social connectedness
Meaningful connections to the communities where people live, free from stigma and isolation.
Money
Access to financial help, advice and a welfare system that works fairly for everyone.
Employment, education, training and volunteering
Support to find work, learn new skills and grow, and help for employers to build truly inclusive workplaces.
Learn more about what we do
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Our vision, mission and values
Our vision, mission and values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do. Find out what drives us, the future we're working towards, and the principles that guide us.
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Our impact
Every day, we work alongside people severely affected by mental illness to help them live better lives. Explore our impact and see how, together, we're making a meaningful difference to individuals, families and communities.
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Our history
From a small group of determined families to a charity supporting thousands of people across England, we've come a long way. Discover how we've built life-changing services, driven change and become a trusted voice for people severely affected by mental illness.
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How we are run
Behind everything we do is a dedicated community of trustees, staff, volunteers and supporters working towards a shared purpose. Learn how we're run and how we work together to help people severely affected by mental illness improve their lives.
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