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Income for ANDYSMANCLUB increased by £879,918 in the year ending December 2025.
Income for the year was £4,551,840 (2024: £3,671,922) an increase of £879,918 (24.0%).
Financial · Metric statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 9
ANDYSMANCLUB collaborates with regional businesses and organisations to raise awareness of suicide prevention.
Throughout the year, we have collaborated with a wide range of regional businesses and organisations to raise awareness of suicide prevention and the work of ANDYSMANCLUB.
Commissioning · Policy statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 6
The ANDYs Man Club Champions role will be piloted in 2026 to enhance the charity's presence.
A pilot programme is scheduled to commence in 2026, allowing the charity to evaluate the effectiveness of the role, gather feedback, and refine the model before a planned national rollout by the end of 2026.
Operational · Commitment statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 6
Safeguarding remains a key priority and is regularly reported to the Board.
Safeguarding remains a key priority for the charity and is embedded throughout our operations. Throughout 2025, we continued to strengthen our safeguarding framework through policy development, training, governance oversight and investment in systems designed to support effective record keeping and case management. Safeguarding matters are regularly reported to and reviewed by the Board to ensure appropriate oversight and continuous improvement.
Governance · Policy statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 6
The Digital & Data Team developed and launched a new CRM platform called ESB.
A major milestone during 2025 was the development and launch of the ESB CRM platform. Following extensive planning, development, testing, and stakeholder engagement, ESB went live in June and has since become a central operational system for the organisation.
Operational · Observational claim · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 6
The staff team expanded from fewer than 236 employees in 2025 to 48 employees.
During 2025, we expanded our staff team to 48 employees, strengthening our ability to support the significant growth of the organisation and extend our reach to more men across the UK.
Operational · Observational claim · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 5
ANDYs Man Club plans to establish new clubs in areas with gaps in provision.
As we move into 2026, we remain focused on extending our presence into new areas, helping to address gaps in provision and make our support accessible to even more men.
Strategic · Commitment statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 4
ANDYs Man Club aims to prevent male suicide by promoting mental health and wellbeing.
As set out in our governing document, ANDYSMANCLUB exists to promote and protect the mental health and wellbeing of men facing challenges that adversely affect their mental health, with the ultimate aim of helping to prevent male suicide.
Service · Policy statement · From Andys Man Club Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2025, page 4
Websites such as OCD Action, OCD-UK, and TOP UK offer support for those with OCD.
The following websites may be useful sources of support: OCD Action, OCD-UK and TOP UK can also let you know about any local support groups in your area.
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
Support groups can provide additional information and advice to those living with OCD.
Living with OCD can be difficult. In addition to getting medical help, you might find it helps to contact a support group or other people with OCD for information and advice.
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
Family history, brain differences, life events, and personality traits can contribute to the development of OCD.
It's not clear what causes OCD. A number of different factors may play a part, including: - family history – you're more likely to develop OCD if a family member has it. It may be learned behaviour, or possibly because of your genes - differences in the brain – some people with OCD have areas of unusually high activity in their brain or low levels of a chemical called serotonin - life events – OCD may be more common in people who have been bullied, abused or neglected, and it sometimes starts after an important life event, such as childbirth or a bereavement - personality – neat, meticulous, methodical people with high personal standards may be more likely to develop OCD, also people who are generally quite anxious or have a very strong sense of responsibility for themselves and others
Service · Observational claim · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
Without proper treatment and support, OCD is unlikely to improve on its own.
It's unlikely OCD will get better without proper treatment and support.
Service · Risk statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
Two main ways to get help for OCD are through medical professionals and support groups.
There are 2 main ways to get help: If you think a friend or family member may have OCD, try talking to them about your concerns and suggest they get help. If you’re under 18, or want to get help for someone under 18, find out how to get mental health support for children and young people.
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
There is no need for people with OCD to feel ashamed; it's a health condition like any other.
OCD is a health condition like any other, so there's nothing to feel ashamed or embarrassed about. Having OCD does not mean you're 'mad' and it's not your fault you have it.
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
People with OCD often feel ashamed or embarrassed and are reluctant to seek help.
People with OCD are sometimes reluctant to seek help because they feel ashamed or embarrassed.
Service · Observational claim · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
Some OCD patients may be referred to a specialist mental health service for further treatment.
Some people may be referred to a specialist mental health service for further treatment.
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
If initial OCD treatments are ineffective, alternatives like different SSRIs or clomipramine may be offered.
If these treatments do not help, you may be offered: - an alternative SSRI - a combination of an SSRI and CBT - an antidepressant called clomipramine
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
CBT for OCD typically starts showing effects quickly, while SSRIs may take up to 12 weeks.
CBT will usually have an effect quite quickly. It can take up to 12 weeks before you notice the effects of treatment with SSRIs, but most people will eventually benefit.
Service · Observational claim · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
The main treatments for OCD are cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
There are some effective treatments for OCD that can help reduce the impact it has on your life. The main treatments are: - talking therapy – usually cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which helps you face your fears and obsessive thoughts without 'putting them right' through compulsions - medicine – usually a type of antidepressant medicine called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which can help by altering the balance of chemicals in your brain
Service · Policy statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]
People with OCD should seek help from their GP or health visitor if symptoms affect daily life.
If you keep getting these thoughts and they have an effect on your daily life, speak to your GP or health visitor. They can support you or refer you to a specialist mental health team if you need it.
Service · Procedural statement · From Overview - Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), [page]