Ep 33: Recovery is a Team Sport in Mental Illness by The MANAV Foundation

Recovery from mental illness is about much more than medication. It is about rebuilding confidence, relationships, life skills, purpose, and hope. Most importantly, it is a journey that no one has to undertake alone. In this episode we explore the transformative role of psychiatric rehabilitation and why families are indispensable partners in the recovery journey. Our guests are two inspiring leaders from MANAV Foundation, one of Mumbai’s pioneering organizations dedicated to psychosocial rehabilitation for persons living with mental illness. 🎙️ Our Guests Mrs. Meena Mutha – Founder Trustee, MANAV Foundation, whose personal journey as a caregiver inspired her to establish an organization that empowers individuals to rebuild meaningful lives beyond illness. Ms. Binaifer Jesia – Director, MANAV Foundation, an experienced mental health professional and social worker who has spent over three decades advancing rehabilitation, inclusion, and community-based mental health care. Whether you are a family caregiver, a person with lived experience, a mental health professional, a student, or simply someone who wants to better understand recovery, this episode offers practical insights, inspiration, and hope. If you found this conversation valuable, please Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe to support our mission of creating awareness, reducing stigma, and empowering families affected by mental illness.