Mind in Berkshire is an exciting collaboration between Buckinghamshire Mind (covering the East of Berkshire) and Oxfordshire Mind (covering the West of Berkshire) in which we work together to create a unified voice and understanding across Berkshire.

We are dedicated to exploring how we can use our skills and experience to develop solutions where gaps and opportunities are identified. Working alongside existing providers to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and skills and enhancing capacity.

Buckinghamshire Mind is working in the East of Berkshire, where we deliver a range of services, whilst Oxfordshire Mind is working in the West of Berkshire. The local Minds are working together to strengthen partnerships and alliances county-wide, remaining committed always to the principles of the Mind Federation Agreement.

Over the last few years in East Berkshire, Buckinghamshire Mind have impacted on hundreds of lives through our services; Friends in Need and Community Connectors, which recently expanded. In 2023, we also launched a new service in East Berkshire; Mental Health Safety Planning.  In addition, we deliver a wide selection of Training Services to local organisations along with Children and Young People’s Services mental health support and educational workshops in schools and colleges for students, staff and parents.

We recognise that there is always more to be done and we look forward to continuing to build our services across East Berkshire in the years to come.

Oxfordshire Mind also offers a range of services in Berkshire. Please visit the Mind in Berkshire website for more information.

Tackling Mental Health Inequalities for Black Communities in Berkshire

Black people are 3–4 times more likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act than white people — a clear sign of inequality in mental health care.

To understand and address this issue, Mind in Berkshire spoke directly with Black communities, healthcare workers, and local groups. Most insights came from people with lived experience in Black communities, helping us shape real, community-led solutions.

Mind in Berkshire has published its report of its findings. For the full report and recommendations, please click below.