Moseley community devastated as mental health charity Kinmos announces closure

A community has shared their devastation after mental health charity Kinmos announced they were officially shutting down. Stock image
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A community has shared their devastation after mental health charity Kinmos announced they were officially shutting down. The Moseley organisation offered services to people with mental health struggles and were established in 1979.

A volunteer-run service, they claimed they lacked funding which has forced their closure at the end of this month. The Trustees of Kinmos posted a statement on Facebook saying: "It is with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that Kinmos will be closing at the end of this month.

"The decision to close has not been easy and we would like to thank our passionate, dedicated staff and volunteers, members and supporters; your commitment, support and hard work have ensured the delivery of a unique and wonderful service that unfortunately we do not have the funds to continue.

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"Please be assured that we are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for any ongoing needs and will liaise with other local services to meet your needs."

Kinmos opened at the Doctors House, No 1 High Street, Kings Heath with voluntary community members in 1979. According to their website these services were desperately needed by locals and the Kinmos Volunteer Group registered as a charity in 1980.

Their services include community activities, family support, financial advice and signposting. Comments on the Facebook post include, 'So very sad to hear this. You have been so consistent in delivering a wonderfully warm welcome to so many people. You have built a community and will be missed.'

'These people need a place to settle into, so sad news, I have met kinmos people, so caring too.'

'This is terrible! So many people have benefited from your charity. I am really sad to hear this.'

'Yet another service closed no were left to go shame.'

'I am so sorry to hear your news. Your work over the years has been so invaluable for the community.'

One ray of hope is that a member's carer, ex staff member and community artist will come together to keep some services running, on a voluntary basis.