About Us
We Exist Because No One Should Face This Alone
Calming the Storm was founded by people who have lived and worked in health and social care — and who know first-hand how isolating, overwhelming and undervalued it can feel. We are here to change that.
Our Story
Our Story
Health and social care — from adult services to children's services, from NHS trusts to local authorities — is one of the most vital and most overlooked sectors in the UK. The people who work within it, and the families who rely on it, face extraordinary pressures every single day: emotional burnout, financial strain, regulatory complexity, and a persistent sense that no one truly understands what they are going through.
Calming the Storm was born from that experience. Founded by practitioners, advocates and community leaders who have navigated these challenges themselves, we set out to build something different: a community-led organisation that offers genuine, practical, compassionate support — not just signposting, but real help.
We believe that when care workers are supported, they provide better care. When families are guided, they make better decisions. When organisations are strengthened, communities thrive. And when regulators and commissioners are connected to the realities on the ground, the whole system works better. Everything we do flows from that belief.
“When care workers are supported, they provide better care. When families are guided, they make better decisions. When organisations are strengthened, communities thrive.”
— Calming the Storm
Our Mission
To support, strengthen and sustain everyone affected by health and social care — from the individual care worker to the family navigating a crisis, to the organisation striving to do better, to the NHS team, local authority or regulator seeking to improve.
Our Vision
A UK where every person involved in health and social care — paid or unpaid, in adult services or children's services, in the NHS or the community — feels valued, supported and equipped to thrive.
What We Stand For
Compassion
We listen without judgement and respond with genuine care.
Respect
Every individual — worker, family member, or resident — deserves dignity.
Integrity
We act honestly, transparently and responsibly in everything we do.
Inclusion
Everyone is welcome here, regardless of background, role or circumstance.
Community
Stronger communities create stronger care. We build connections that last.
Hope
We believe in people's capacity to grow, recover and move forward.
Our Approach
We meet people where they are — before, during and after the storm.
Prevention
Building resilience and wellbeing before problems escalate.
Crisis Support
Standing alongside people when things are at their hardest.
Recovery
Helping people and organisations rebuild and grow stronger.
Community
Connecting people so no one faces challenges in isolation.
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you need support, want to volunteer, or are looking to partner with us — we would love to hear from you.