We’re in the middle of a mental health crisis. 2 million people are currently stuck on waiting lists for NHS mental health services. And on top of this, mental health stigma is still a significant issue. Real people, being left behind by a broken mental health system.
They need support now, not in 6 months’ time. Not in a year.
So this World Mental Health Day, we’re asking you to join us. At Mind and across our network of over 100 local Minds, we provide a range of services and support for people experiencing mental health problems. On our own, we can’t reach everyone - the scale of the challenge is huge, but with political and systemic change, we can create a future where no mind is left behind.
We need your help to do it.
No Mind Left Behind
In this video, Gavin, India and Kayleigh talk about how they've struggled with their mental health, and how Mind has been there for them when they need it most.
How to get involved
I remember feeling like I was at rock bottom. Like there was no way out. If Mind wasn't there, I don't think I'd still be here. I couldn't have carried on like that.
Join our call to the UK government
Help us tell the new UK government to make mental health a priority. We want them to:
- Reform the outdated Mental Health Act
- Raise the standard of mental health hospitals
- Build a network of support hubs so young people can get mental health support before they reach crisis point
- Support people with mental health problems to thrive at work
- Make benefits assessments work for disabled people so everyone has a financial safety net when they need it
Tackling mental health stigma is central to seeing this change. Join our call on the new UK government to make mental health a priority.
Donate to Mind today
We need your help to be on the other end of the phone, in local communities and campaigning hard to hold the new UK government to account. We know that there are always more people who need us and we can’t provide this without your support.
Your donation will help us answer more calls to our helplines, offer support via our website and in our online community, Side by Side. Together we can make sure that no mind is left behind.
"My experiences of mental health services have been largely negative, so the support I received from Mind has been a lifeline, creating a safe space for me to talk about my challenges and understand my symptoms."
India blogs about how Mind was a safe space for her.
Without Mind, I think I would be dead. The way my local NHS crisis team handled me was so disappointing. I was manic and psychotic, and when I'm like that, I see and hear things that can be terrifying.
Kayleigh blogs about borderline personality disorder, and how her local Mind was there for her.
Speak to us
Looking for mental health support? Call our confidential infoline to speak to a friendly advisor, or take a look at our information pages.
Our online community
Side by Side is a supportive online community where you can connect with people who understand what you’re going through.
Local support
Local Minds are independent charities working across England and Wales. They provide services tailored to their local community.
