We believe people severely affected by mental illness deserve to live longer, safer and better lives, whoever they are and wherever they live.
People with lived experience of mental illness, and the families and carers who support them, are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our services, drive our campaigns and help us push for the changes that matter most.
We run services across England that help people navigate crises, live independently and feel they are not alone. We also campaign to change laws, challenge discrimination and make sure everyone gets 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
Our communities that care model sets out exactly how we do this. It describes what good support in the community should look like. We look at the whole person, not just their diagnosis. We know that what people need goes far beyond any one service or system.
The challenges of severe mental illness go beyond what the NHS alone can address. To thrive, people need the right support across every part of their lives.
The six foundations of living well
- 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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