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They helped me when I had nowhere else to turn.

After years of mental health struggles, I reached a breaking point and was admitted to CNWL. Their care changed my life. Now, I’m sharing my story — to thank those who helped me and to give back through a challenge that celebrates my recovery.

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12 News Posts
Edina
Volunteering
Published: 5 December 2025

Celebrating Edina: A volunteer making a difference

Meet Edina, a dedicated volunteer for CNWL NHS Health Charity making a real impact. Read to learn more about her volunteering journey.

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Oscar walking across hot coals
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 3 December 2025

A challenge rooted in hope: Oscar’s firewalk story

Read about Oscar's motivation for taking part, his personal connection to the cause and why it was important for him to support the charity.

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Firewalk Team After Completing The Challenge
Fundraising
Published: 3 December 2025

CNWL Charity's firewalk raises over £12,000 for NHS patients and staff

CNWL NHS Health Charity hosted its first ever firewalk challenge on 13 November 2025 where 24 brave firewalkers took on the challenge to walk across hot coals.

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Ash Tree Clinic Mural Whole Corridor
Impact
Published: 14 October 2025

A vibrant new mural transforms Harrow CAMHS

Thanks to your support, we've funded this vibrant new mural at CNWL’s Harrow Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).

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Ayo Sitting Down Inside Wearing Cnwl Nhs Health Charity T Shirt
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 10 October 2025

If I can walk on fire, you can too - Ayo's story

Ayo is taking on CNWL’s Firewalk to honour his journey of resilience and raise awareness for mental health. For him, walking through fire isn’t just a challenge, but a symbol of courage, healing, and hope.

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7 members of CNWL TOPAS team standing outside wearing CNWL NHS Health Charity t-shirts
Fundraising
Published: 2 October 2025

TOPAS Ward go the distance for CNWL NHS Health Charity

Staff at CNWL’s The Older Person’s Assessment Service (TOPAS) have completed an inspiring challenge this September - walking a collective 1,000 miles to raise money for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Zoe With Her Medal At The Big Half Marathon
Fundraising
Supporter Stories
Published: 17 September 2025

Zoe’s inspiring Big Half Marathon journey

Zoe took on her very first half marathon to give back to the NHS who helped her through her toughest times.

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Supporter Stories
Published: 4 September 2025

Luke’s 2000-mile motorbike ride to thank Milton Keynes mental health services

Luke shares his incredible story of resilience, recovery, and giving back. Luke raised £2,900, which funded patient-focused projects in the Campbell Centre, where he was treated.

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NHS Big Tea Celebration
Fundraising
Published: 24 July 2025

TOPAS host NHS Big Tea

Staff at CNWL's The Older Person’s Assessment Service (TOPAS) proudly took part in the NHS Big Tea this month to raise funds for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Group Photo Of Young People And Staff At Harrow Camhs Garden
Impact
Published: 14 July 2025

Harrow CAMHS Garden Project flourishes with community support

The Harrow Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Garden Project is in full bloom. Caitlyn Green, Clinical Associate Psychologist at Harrow CAMHS, shares their plans to transform their outdoor space.

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Vinyls At Harrow Camhs Graffiti Workshop
Impact
Published: 1 July 2025

Graffiti workshops bring colour and creativity to Harrow CAMHS

A burst of colour and creativity will soon be transforming Harrow CAMHS, thanks to a series of graffiti workshops aimed at re-imagining the clinic space through the eyes of young people.

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Oli and Cornelius at Paris Marathon
Fundraising
Published: 8 May 2025

Oli and Lucy run their first Marathon for CNWL NHS Charity

Last month, Oli and Lucy, laced up their running shoes and joined 57,000 others in the 2025 Paris Marathon. What made their run stand out? Not only was it was their very first marathon, but that they ran every mile in support of CNWL NHS Health Charity — a cause close to their heart.

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