James’ story ~ “You can forget the doom and gloom when you come to the Grub Club.”
“I have been suffering from poor mental health for some time, and last June I was told that I have limited capabilities in preparing for and looking for work, which was a devastating blow for me. I wasn’t really going out, except to buy food, but my GP was very supportive, and believes in social […]
Tony’s story ~ Rebuilding hope with Age UK Islington
Tony*, a man in his 30s, faced a devastating turn of events. Once the owner of a thriving business, a sudden health condition affected his mobility, leaving him unable to work and confined to his small flat. On top of this, multiple bereavements, unexpected expenses, and a gas utility payment that drained his account left […]
“Where can the Arts help?” ~ The impact of All Change in Islington
All Change is a cherished small charity that brings artists and communities together through authentic arts projects and experiences. Supported by various grants from Islington Giving and our parent charity Cripplegate Foundation, All Change has grown and adapted over its 40-year history to support diverse communities, helping individuals access opportunities and lead fulfilling lives. The […]
“Without Claremont I think people would be lonely” ~ The value of Claremont for isolated older people
Claremont aims to improve the quality of life for isolated older people through a range of services and by putting authentic relationships at the heart of their work. Through a Relational Approach, they deliver excellent, evidenced psychological well-being outcomes for many hundreds of isolated older people from Islington each year. They are passionate about co-developing […]
“Better than drugs or counselling” ~ The Stuart Low Trust’s positive effect on mental health
Stuart Low was a young Islington man who sadly took his own life in 1997 after failing to find the help he needed to cope with schizophrenia. His death prompted local people to form the Stuart Low Trust (SLT). Their aim was to create social therapeutic activities for vulnerable, local people. One in four of […]
How Mother2Mother, run by Islington Mind, supports isolated female caregivers
Mother2Mother, run by Islington Mind, brings together isolated mothers and female caregivers caring for children or family with mental health problems. The project provides opportunities for women like Miriam to socialise, build networks and access specialist support. Miriam, 65, cares for a son with a severe mental health diagnosis. She was finding that her responsibilities […]
