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The History of CAPITAL CAPITAL was formed as the result of an initiative by Andrea Linell to involve mental health service users in the training of Social Workers and other mental health professionals in 1997. This was pioneering work and the service users that came together were greatly encouraged by the positive response to their contribution. It is a tribute to their enthusiasm and passion for their work, that they were able to appoint a Co-ordinator, Veronica Dewan, and a lead trainer, Jim Read, to lead what became known as CAPITAL. The acronym Clients And Professionals In Training And Learning reflects the professional approach of their work. Anne Beales was appointed as co-ordinator in 1998 and became Director of the organisation in 2003. By 1999 CAPITAL had gained great recognition and respect from professionals. In 2001 CAPITAL had grown and diversified into other areas of service user involvement. The membership continued to be made up of service users in the West Sussex area. 2001 was also the year that the organisation registered first as a company limited by guarantee and then as a charity. Today CAPITAL has around 75 active members from across West Sussex and seven members of staff. Our offices are currently in Bognor Regis and Worthing. We work to achieve our mission by influencing the planning, development and implementation of mental health services. Our work has expanded and we actively seek opportunities to ensure the views and aspirations of mental health service users are prominent with service providers and commissioners. We are proud of our achievements which include:
CAPITAL continues to become increasingly professional in its approach as it grows. We achieve this without losing the original character and autonomy of the organisation. Our members, trustees and staff bring a unique collection of experience to the organisation which provides a rich resource for the development of mental health services. In the past year we have successfully consolidated the organisation to prepare for the future. We have listened and heard the views of members, ensuring that these form the focus of our development. Our Service Level Agreement with the Mental Health Commissioning Team has been updated and agreed. Financial challenges have been managed and we have developed robust financial plans. Our work with other service user groups and the wider voluntary sector across West Sussex have grown and will continue to do so with the formation of pan Sussex service delivery. Our criterion for success is primarily the wellbeing and support of the members. We are successful when service uses, both within CAPITAL and beyond, experience an improvement in their lives as a result of our work. |
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