Associació de Bipolars de Catalunya

Peer-led support for bipolar disorder

Associació de Bipolars de Catalunya is a Barcelona nonprofit founded by people affected by bipolar disorder. It describes itself as the first association in Spain created by and for people living with the condition and says it has been active for 35 years.

Who the association serves

The association supports people with bipolar disorder and those close to them, with particular attention to young people, whom it seeks to reach and listen to. It also offers support to family members and people looking for information about the condition.

Services

• Psychological care from a team of 12 psychologists.
• Information and support sessions.
• Peer groups and recreational activities.
• Employment training through courses and workshops that support integration and job readiness.
• Training for psychologists on bipolar disorder; the association is recognized as a training center.

Member benefits

Members with more than three years of membership can access benefits such as dental implants for €150, reduced prices for chiropractic and psychological care, and a WhatsApp group for peer support and meetups.

Location and contact

The office is at 2 C/ de Cuba, Barcelona 08030. Email: info@bipolars.org. The association accepts donations to support its work.