Mission Statement

National Schizophrenia Fellowship (Scotland) is a National Charity concerned with schizophrenia and allied illnesses. We provide help, support and advice to people affected by mental illness, including families and carers.

Statement of Values

• that every individual has the right to be valued and respected and to share in the opportunities, enjoyment, challenges, responsibilities and choices of everyday life.
• that those who experience mental illness, their families and carers, are entitled to quality support in the community or in hospital, as appropriate.
• that the opportunity should be provided for those who need care and support to play an active role in decision making within service provision.
• that people affected by schizophrenia have a specialised knowledge and expertise, which will be reflected in all that we do.

Statement of Purpose

• promote greater understanding of schizophrenia, and thereby break down the barriers of ignorance, prejudice and isolation.
• advocate on behalf of groups and individuals affected by schizophrenia to promote the best possible treatment and care.
• provide effective support to people affected by mental illness in a way which promotes self determination and reintegration.
• promote the development of appropriate services, alone and in collaboration with other statutory and voluntary agencies.
• co-operate with, and contribute to research intiatives into the causes, consequences and management of mental illness.

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