Redcar and Cleveland Mind’s reputation is built on our commitment to our mission statement, aims and values. The organisation began in Redcar in the late 1980s in response to an expressed need for a service for people with mental health problems managed by, and for, local people. Affiliation to National Mind and charity registration in 1991 enabled us to work within a network of support and shared values.

In response to local government reorganisation we became “Redcar and Cleveland Mind” in 1996. We now have 120 members, 13 paid workers and 30 unpaid workers.

Our Vision-

Our Mission Statement

Redcar & Cleveland Mind recognises the value of people with experience of mental distress and wishes to learn from them. We seek to foster and enable user consultation and participation in the planning and delivery of mental health services.

Our Aims

• To respond to the expressed needs of people with experience of mental distress
• To influence the planning and delivery of services that meet these needs
• To promote awareness of mental well being in the wider community
• To combat discrimination that stigmatises people experiencing mental distress

Our Values

Autonomy, Equality, Knowledge, Participation and Respect

Programmes and Activities-

What can our Day Services offer?

• Warm and welcoming, informal settings to lessen isolation by building up confidence, encouraging independence and focusing on your strengths.
• Information that promises informed choice and encourages opportunities in the wider community.
• A listening ear.
• A programme that is reviewed quarterly and responds to the expressed needs of service users.
• One-to-one support, information, access to telephone and I.T. (internet access at Dove House & Saltburn Outreach), FREE tea & coffee, games, books. Access to other materials and resources for individuals e.g. arts materials, stationery.
• Above all a positive people centred partnership!

Information Services:
We have a wide range of information covering different types of mental distress, treatments, advocacy and sources of help. Information can be accessed at our library at Dove House or from the Good Mind Guide. Our Information Service also offers talks and information stalls on the subject of mental health. The full range of Mind leaflets can also be accessed at any of our Day Service venues.