Mental health charity Jersey Recovery College has closed its doors permanently and with immediate effect.

The Board of Directors has cited 'increasing demands on the service', 'growing costs' and a 'reduction in income and donations' as the reasons behind making the difficult decision. 

A statement reads: 

'JRC has worked tirelessly to enhance our revenue streams and has explored a number of alternative models in our attempts to ensure continuity. 

'Despite our best efforts, the situation has reached a point where it is unsustainable, and all potential options have now been exhausted.'

The team has supported 3000 islanders since it first started up in 2017. 

Last year, JRC ran 58 community courses and supported 498 people with their 'Mental Health at Work' programme.

Previously, the charity ran courses on managing anxiety, psychosis, sleep difficulties and mindfulness. 

It also created a large-scale community artwork which allowed people to express their emotions creatively. 

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Jersey Recovery College art

The Board of Directors says it is thankful to  supporters, staff and volunteers for their years of service.