As we mark Suicide Prevention Week (7th – 13th September 2025), it's vital to highlight the urgent need for support for young people facing complex mental health challenges. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among people aged 18–30, and early, accessible intervention...
Alex came to Oakleaf during a tough time. Today, he’s part of the team, supporting others while building his own future. We’re proud to share his story: “I want to express my deep gratitude for the support I’ve received from Oakleaf, and to share the difference...
Creativity as Connection: Calypso’s Story Oakleaf believes creativity and mental health are deeply connected. Through art, poetry, and playful expression, many of our clients have found new ways to process emotions, build confidence, and feel part of a supportive community. For the past eight years, transpersonal arts...
Oakleaf Expands Specialist Outreach Service to Support Women Affected by Gambling Across Surrey Oakleaf is pleased to announce the expansion of its specialist Bridge the Gap Trauma-Informed Outreach Service, delivered under the national Changing Futures Programme. This vital initiative will now provide dedicated support to women...
The Power of Community: Mental Health Awareness Week at Oakleaf What does community mean to you? For many, it’s a place of belonging, support, and connection. For us at Oakleaf, it’s the very foundation of our work. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re celebrating the power of...
Success Stories: The Impact of Oakleaf’s Employment Support Oakleaf’s five-year 'Path to Success' project, funded by The National Lottery, commenced in 2024. Led by our experienced employment advisors, it's more than just an employment programme - it's a lifeline. We are dedicated to empowering individuals facing...
The Bridge the Gap Alliance Secures Continued Funding to Transform Lives The Bridge the Gap Alliance, part Surrey’s Changing Futures initiative, has secured new funding to continue its essential work supporting adults facing multiple disadvantages, including homelessness, substance misuse, mental health challenges, domestic abuse, and contact...
As we pack away the Christmas decorations are return to our daily routines, January can often feel like a challenging month. The sparkle of the festive season fades, and the excitement of New Year’s resolutions is sometimes replaced with pressure to meet goals or a...
Oakleaf is thrilled to announce support from Amazon in Weybridge, bringing essential help to individuals facing mental ill-health in the Surrey community. Through their hard work volunteering and via in-kind support, Amazon donated an incredible £3,760 worth of gifts which were transformed into 82 personalised gift...
Promoting Awareness: Men's Health and Suicide Prevention in November As we mark Men’s Health Month this November, we turn our focus on the critical issue of mental health, particularly the struggles faced by men. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death for men, yet...
Bridge the Gap is a trauma-informed outreach service that is part of the government's Changing Futures initiative. In collaboration with experts with lived experience, we provide person-centred support to individuals facing multiple disadvantages in Surrey, including mental health issues, housing instability, and substance use. Oakleaf...
Did you know that 1 in 4 people worldwide will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives? World Mental Health Day (WMHD) gives us an annual opportunity to raise awareness, break the stigma, and start meaningful conversations about mental health. This year’s...
Guildford-based mental health charity, Oakleaf Enterprise, is proud to announce it has been awarded a generous grant of £626,828 by The National Lottery Community Fund. This funding will facilitate the implementation of a new ‘Path to Success’ employment project over the next five years. The ground-breaking...
