Depression UK (D-UK) is a national Self Help Organisation that offers support to its several hundred members. Most suffer from depression; others may be past sufferers, or care for those who have the illness.

Depression UK has operated within the UK since it was founded in 1973, and was first registered as a charity in 1979.

This trusted Not For Profit organisation is run independently of the NHS by a team of 15 or more non-medical volunteers who work mainly from their own homes. The charity is entirely self-funding as it has no commercial or official backing. We neither employ staff, nor have an office headquarters.

The Trustees ensure that Depression UK is run in accordance with its Constitution and Standing Orders, and meets the requirements of the Charities Commission. Our finances are independently examined. Key decisions are taken at the Annual General Meeting, which is open to all members.