On 15th May 2016 I will be running 10K in the Regent's Park superhero run, in aid of JAMI (Jewish Association for Mental Illness).

Mental health is starting to get more of the attention it deserves. Unfortunately though, there is still a stigma attached to it. Terms like 'depression' and 'OCD' are not understood properly, and used out of context.

For those affected by mental health issues such as bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, depression and eating disorders, life can be extremely difficult. Often there is a breakdown of the home and family life, jobs are lost and the situation can spiral out of control.
Many people suffer in silence, whilst others don't have the support of family and friends to see them through their difficulties.

Jami was set up in 1989 by parents, relatives and friends of people who suffered from mental health problems.
Jami’s focus is on recovery; it is a major milestone for some to simply get out of bed in the morning and get dressed to go to one of Jami’s day centres. For others, moving to voluntary work or even paid employment may, for the first time, be an achievable goal. Jami is committed to helping members fulfil their individual potential, maximise their self-esteem and progress along their own unique recovery path.