Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Mental Health Charity Partner in England
Rethink has been at the forefront of mental health advocacy since 1970, dedicated to transforming lives through comprehensive support and systemic change. Our organisation operates over 90 services and 140 local support groups across England, addressing critical gaps in mental health provision. We specialise in delivering tailored support that encompasses advocacy, housing assistance, criminal justice navigation, and carer-focused programmes. With a proven track record of empowering individuals through peer-led initiatives and evidence-based interventions, we combine lived experience with professional expertise to shape policy and challenge stigma.Our commitment to inclusivity ensures services are accessible to diverse communities, while our campaigns drive legislative reforms that protect rights and improve access to care. This dual focus on direct support and systemic advocacy establishes us as a trusted authority in mental health provision.
Services
Peer Support Groups
Advocacy
Carers Support
Community Support
Housing Assistance
Criminal Justice Support
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We provide 90+ specialist mental health services across England
- Our 140+ peer support groups foster community-based recovery
- We combine lived experience with professional expertise in all services
- We campaign for legislative reforms protecting mental health rights
- Our advocacy programmes help 97% of users achieve personal goals
Services
Peer Support Groups
Our peer-led groups create safe spaces for shared experiences and mutual support. These community-based sessions help participants develop coping strategies while reducing isolation through collective understanding. Facilitated by trained individuals with lived experience, they empower attendees to build resilience and social connections.
Advocacy
We provide specialist advocacy to help individuals navigate mental health systems and assert their legal rights. Our trained advocates assist with care planning, Mental Health Act applications, and challenging discriminatory practices. This service ensures voices are heard in treatment decisions and legal proceedings.
Carers Support
Tailored support for carers of people with severe mental illness includes practical advice, emotional guidance, and rights information. We offer dedicated helplines, educational resources, and local group access to help carers maintain their wellbeing while providing effective support.
Community Support
Our community-based mental health workers deliver personalised support plans addressing housing, employment, and daily living needs. This outreach service connects individuals with local resources while providing ongoing assistance to maintain independence and prevent crisis situations.
Housing Assistance
Specialist housing advisors help secure stable living arrangements through benefit claims, landlord negotiations, and supported housing placements. We address homelessness risks and ensure safe environments that support recovery and mental wellbeing.
Questions
How do I access mental health support services?
Contact our Advice Service at 0808 801 0525 or visit our website to locate local support groups and specialist services near you.
What mental health resources are available for carers?
We provide carer-specific advice lines, educational materials, and local support groups to help manage caring responsibilities while maintaining personal wellbeing.
How can I get involved with campaigns?
Join our campaigns network to participate in legislative advocacy, awareness initiatives, and policy-shaping activities through online actions or local events.
Are services available outside London?
We operate 90+ services and 140+ support groups across England, with outreach programmes ensuring nationwide accessibility through online resources and telephone support.
What crisis support options exist?
For immediate help, contact our Advice Service or visit our website for a directory of 24/7 crisis organisations and local emergency contacts.
How do peer support groups work?
Our peer-led groups meet regularly to share experiences in safe environments, with trained facilitators guiding discussions that promote mutual understanding and practical coping strategies.
