Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan

Who we are

Who are we?

Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan is a local mental health charity connected to Mind National. We support people experiencing mental health challenges by providing information, practical help, and emotional support.

We understand that everyone’s needs are different, so we offer personalised support tailored to each person. We also work closely with other local organisations to ensure the best possible care for each person.

Our purpose

• To provide a service that is accessible, adaptable, person-centred and recovery focused.  People who access our service should have an active involvement in the planning and delivery of our service.
• To challenge stigma and discrimination experienced by people who are marginalised by society.
• To assist people to achieve their goals and ambitions.

Our culture and values

Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan is a charity that works with and for people with mental health problems, their carers and supporters. Mental health problems are very common and can affect anybody at any stage of their life. We believe that many of the ideas that people have about mental illness are based on fear and prejudice and we are firmly committed to challenging these misconceptions.

Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan is committed to working within the ethos of recovery. We recognise that people with experience of mental health difficulties can achieve a full and meaningful life. Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan promotes positive mental health and offers a range of services to help people on their journey of recovery.

Aims

• Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan’s aim is to provide a service that is accessible, adaptable, person centred and recovery focused.  People who access our service should have an active involvement in the planning and delivery of our service.
   
• Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan aims to challenge stigma and discrimination experienced by people who are marginalised by society.
   
• Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan aims to assist people to achieve their goals and ambitions by working in a recovery focused approach, providing information, support and encouragement for individuals.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan is committed to promoting equality and diversity within a culture that actively values difference and recognises that people from different backgrounds and experiences can enhance the way we work. Mind in the Vale of Glamorgan aims to be an inclusive organisation, where diversity is valued, respected and built upon, with ability to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities it serves.