Eve Thompson, who passed away at 95, was an influential advocate for mental health, particularly after her son Ben's schizophrenia diagnosis in the 1980s. She volunteered for the National Schizophrenia Fellowship (now Rethink Mental Illness), focusing on improving mental health services and supporting families in need. As national chair from 1990 to 1995, she was vocal about funding issues, emphasizing the need for adequate financial resources to enhance mental health care. Her diverse career spanned theatre, secretarial work, and nursing, reflecting her commitment to service throughout her lifetime.
"The size of the cheque is the most important thing. You cannot make bricks without straw. There are simply not the cash resources available for what needs to be done."
Eve's advocacy began in the early 1980s after her son was diagnosed, leading her to volunteer and become a national chair to improve mental health services.
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