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"Fundraising, fundraising, and fundraising" is the challenge facing Jersey's leading mental health charity, according to its CEO.
At the end of every year, Express speaks to local charities about what their Christmas wishes are for the year ahead.
Today, we spoke to Mind Jersey CEO Patricia Tumelty, who explained that the mental health charity has seen an increase in demand since the closure of Jersey Recovery College in August.
As part of our quality accreditation process, Mind Jersey was externally reviewed by three members of the Mind UK peer review team.
This is a great opportunity to celebrate our achievements in pushing forward mental health services for people and families in Jersey and to work on areas for improvement.
Our drop-in centre next door to St Helier town hall averaging 70 visits per week.
Pictured: Mind Jersey hosts a karaoke and open mic night twice a month.
A special mention for our open mic success – huge thanks to our volunteer James and his talented team of musicians who performed to a packed house at Jersey Arts centre in October as part of our 'smashing stigma' campaign.
Our Saturday Art Group peaking at 17 members in December supporting grass roots community support to combat loneliness, isolation and opportunities to use hidden talent.
Fundraising, fundraising, and fundraising.
What we are finding, like other charities, is that although people are kindly donating to specific events and sponsoring activities, amounts collected continue to decrease year on year.
Pictured: Mind Jersey has seen an increase in demand since the Recovery College closed earlier this year.
The closure of Jersey Recovery College has meant more people seeking social and educational support from Mind Jersey.
Engaging in the new government-led commissioning processes.
A big fat philanthropic cheque to land on my desk in 2025.
To continue to find ways to engage with more individuals and families living with the consequences of severe and enduring mental illness.
To continue to lead on education on the important distinction between wellbeing, mental health and mental illness.
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