Recovery and wellbeing
Recovery from mental illness is a uniquely personal journey and can mean different things to different people.
Here we offer resources that can provide hope and support as well as tips on how to look after your wellbeing.
Our charity
Our charity, Open Up, is dedicated to transforming lives. By funding innovative projects and services, Open Up delivers meaningful support where it's needed most. Our charity raises awareness and provides education to foster understanding in our communities. Driven by purpose, here to make a lasting impact.
News
Thread Brothers: Stitching connections for men’s mental wellbeing
A new project called Thread Brothers is bringing something different to mental health support. Funded by our charity Open Up, the programme is built on a simple idea: sometimes the best way to suppor...
Carers’ Week 2026 – Spotlight on Kate Watson, Carer Champion
Over the last few years, the number of colleagues stepping up to be Carer Champions has more than doubled. Supporting teams and wards with “Building Carer Friendly Communities” is the theme of this ye...
Carers’ Week 2026 – Building a carer friendly community across our organisation
'Building Carer Friendly Communities' is the theme of this year’s Carers’ Week (8-14 June). A carer friendly community values carers and offers practical support by identifying them, listening, and re...