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Aim of the Service To provide a supportive therapeutic environment to people with mental health problems to learn the skills that empower them to live an independent life in the community. 
Service provided It provides a residential and day community-based programme and respite care for persons with mental health problems. It assists its service users to remain in the community and lead a fulfilling life. Persons who can benefit from the Service - Persons between 17 and 65 who have a mental health problem;
- Persons who are willing to use the services offered by Villa Chelsea;
- Persons who are able to understand the philosophy of a therapeutic community and are able to participate and contribute to the community;
- Critically ill persons, substance abusers and those who are unlikely to co-operate or inclined to create serious disturbances and be violent are less likely to benefit from the services offered by Villa Chelsea.
Method of referral to the Service A person can refer himself or herself to Villa Chelsea. The application needs to be countersigned by a psychiatrist or a GP who has been treating the person being referred. The application needs to be supported by a psychosocial report. Contact Details Richmond Foundation 424, St. Joseph’s High Street, St. Venera SVR 1013 Tel no 2144 0324, 2148 2336 E-mail: info@richmond.org.mt Villa Chelsea 33, Old Church street, Birkirkara BKR 1701 Tel no 2144 0456, 2148 8062 E-mail: villachelsea@vol.net.mt
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