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Bipolar UK, formerly MDF The Bipolar Organization, was established in 1983 (as the Manic Depression Fellowship)[1] to enable people affected by bipolar disorder to take control of their lives.[2] It is the only national charity that specializes in supporting bipolar disorder[3] and is one of the largest user-led organizations in the mental health sector in the UK.[4]
 | This article contains promotional content. (November 2021) |
| Founded | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | London |
Area served | England, Wales and Northern Ireland |
The charity is based in London, Charity Number 293340, with a staff of 14 people and 200 volunteers across the United Kingdom.[5][6]
MDF The Bipolar Organization was formed by Sheila Woodland and Philomena Germing in 1983, along with 41 other individuals. The society's first meeting was in January 1983 in Westminster Cathedral.[7] In 2011 the organization changed its name from MDF to Bipolar UK.[8] The group was formed to support those affected by bipolar, including those with a formal diagnosis, their families, and friends. As of 2022, the organization runs 85 support groups across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.[9]
The Charity's day-to-day activities are led by CEO Simon Kitchen [10] and Deputy CEO Rosie Phillips.[11] Overseeing the running of the charitable entity is 13 member Board of Trustees[12]
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