We affirm the responsibility of the Church and society to be in ministry with children, youth, and adults with mental, physical, developmental, and/or psychological and neurological conditions or disabilities whose particular needs in the areas of mobility, communication, intellectual comprehension, or personal relationships might make more challenging their participation or that of their
families in the life of the Church and the community. We urge the Church and society to recognize and receive the gifts of persons with disabilities to enable them to be full participants in the community of faith.
United Methodist Church—“Social Principles”
 
Within their capacities, people living with a mental illness want what we all want: independence, a sense of belonging, self-esteem. Limited resources put many of the things we take for granted out of reach.  Simple practicalities can pose enormous problems. Public aid can’t stretch far enough.  
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill—Faithnet