About Jigsaw
What we do
Since 1996, our group has been running successfully with the following mission statement: "Promoting the knowledge of mental health issues and empowering relatives and carers, in a confidential and supportive environment."
We offer people who know of those who suffer from a range of mental health issues someone to talk to, practical advice, useful information, interesting speakers, occasional social activities and other much needed support.
"Promoting the knowledge of mental health issues and empowering relatives and carers in a confidential and supportive environment."
Who is it for?
This group is for relatives, friends, carers and/or neighbours of people who suffer from mental health issues.
These mental health issues can include:
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depression
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bi-polar disorder
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psychosis
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schizophrenia
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emotionally unstable personality disorder
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obsessive compulsive disorder
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neurodivergence: ADHD, ASD
and a whole host of other mental disorders. By joining the group, you'll soon realise that you don't have to face your difficulties on your own. We are a very open and welcoming group.
Carers of people living with:
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depression
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bi-polar disorder
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psychosis
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schizophrenia
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emotionally unstable personality disorder
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obsessive compulsive disorder
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neurodivergence: ADHD, ASD
Why do mental health carers need our support?
Many people supporting a loved one with mental health challenges don’t even recognise themselves as carers, yet they are often carrying a significant emotional and practical burden. In prioritising someone else’s needs, it’s easy for their own wellbeing to be overlooked - leaving many mental health carers at risk of experiencing stress, burnout, and mental health difficulties themselves.
We offer people, who know of those who suffer from a range of mental health issues, someone to talk to, practical advice, useful information, interesting speakers, occasional social activities and other much needed support.
13% of Carers in England are looking after someone with a mental health condition
13% of Carers in England are looking after someone with a mental health condition
The contribution they make is currently estimated to be worth £132 billion a year.
13% of Carers in England are looking after someone with a mental health condition
Did you know we are an award winning charity?
In 2023 we won a Kings Award for Voluntary Service.
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) is the highest award given to local volunteering groups in the UK. Equivalent to an MBE, The KAVS is awarded for life.
Formerly The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the KAVS honours the very best of local voluntary groups, showcasing how they create a positive impact in their communities.
What support is available?
MHSP Evening Meetings
We normally meet on the 1st Monday of each month, from 7.00pm - 9.00pm at Malvern Hills Science Park. You can check out when our next meeting is here.
