Bipolar UK is involved in a range of policy activities as well as its ongoing peer support services and special events to help and support those living with bipolar.
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Robert Westhead, former Chair of trustees, looks back at his involvement with the charity over the years Read more
Dr Clare Dolman reflects on her 15-year involvement with Bipolar UK as the charity celebrates 40 years of peer support for people affected by bipolar Read more
As Bipolar UK celebrates its 40th anniversary, former Chair, Michel Syrett looks back on its history. Read more
George talks about his diagnosis of bipolar and how taking part in the Bipolar UK peer support groups has helped him over the years. Read more
Diagnosed with bipolar eight years ago, Nathanael Coakley, 33, says that Bipolar UK’s eCommunity is a safe space where he can share his experiences with others who ‘get it’ Read more
Bipolar UK have a two-year partnership with Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland and will work together to support 20% more people affected by bipolar in their first year to help them get the information and support to live well with the condition. Read more
Co-facilitators of Bipolar UK’s Blackpool Peer Support Group, Lou and Andy, created a wonderful fundraising challenge, Bootiful Soles, during the pandemic Read more
Join us for a free webinar about treatments for bipolar and coping with the side effects of medication. Read more
Your donation could give someone hope and help them know they're not alone Read more
Emma is so incredibly grateful that she has found her tribe in the shape of Bipolar UK's peer support approach. In this blog she describes this as life changing. Read more
For Vairi mental illness has been the sole most isolating experience of her life. By far one of the most difficult emotions her bipolar disorder brings to the surface is loneliness as she details in this blog. Read more
Katie talks passionately about the eCommunity, somewhere you feel safe, respected and listened to. It makes you feel part of something, like you’re no longer isolated or alone. Read more
For Jules, the eCommunity has become an extended family. Read more
Sometimes your illness has such a hold over you that it can sometimes feel all consuming. Dominque explains that whilst this may feel as though it is the case, you are not your illness. Read more
Tulisa found the eCommunity to be a safe environment where users interact, build their self-esteem and knowledge. Read more
The eCommunity is a rich source of help and support to help you across the line. Read more