November 2019

‘What’s On North’ Newsletter

November 2019

Compiled by the Community Inclusion Service

Be Active

Being active is great for your physical health and fitness. But evidence shows that it can also improve your mental wellbeing.

North City Family and Fitness Centre. Gym, Swimming, sauna and steam room, Dance studio. Upper Conran Street, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 4DA. Mon-Fri 07:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 09:00-17:00. Tel: 0161 302 0930

Walking Netball Manchester Youth Zone, Rochdale Rd, Manchester, M9 8AE. Every Friday 10-11am. Contact Steph 07595 863 975 or [email protected]

Walking Football Manchester City Football, M11 3FF. Friday 11-12pm. Wednesday 11-12pm. Paul Kelly tel: 0161 438 7831 or Lee Mannion [email protected]. “Imagine Your Goals” Fridays (phone for further details)

Sequence Dancing, Joy Community Church 70 Booth Hall Rd, Blackley, Manchester, M9 7BL. Wednesdays 1-2.30pm. Learn to do basic steps, socialise and listen to music while keeping fit. Free. Contact 0161 795 6162.

Chair Based Exercise, Joy Community Church 70 Booth Hall Rd, Blackley, Manchester, M9 7BL. Thursdays 10-11am. For those with mobility issues, socialise with others and keep fit. Free. Contact 0161 795 6162.

Move it Or Lose it ASDA Eastlands, Manchester, on Mondays with classes running from 1pm-2pm. Exercise primarily focused for over 60’s but suitable for everyone. Exercises can be done standing, seated or with support and are designed to be fun as well as effective. The program is called FABS aimed at increasing, flexibility, aerobics, balance and strength. https://www.moveitorloseit.co.uk/ Contact Val Peets. Tel: 0161 358 0991

Are you 18+ and need help to get fitter and lose weight? Contact North Manchester Wellbeing Centre, 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5BG on 0161 205 118 or email Joan [email protected]

Manchester Leisure, Belle Vue Leisure Centre, Pink Bank Lane, Longsight, Manchester, M12 5GLTel: (0161) 953 2450

Zumba Ashbury Meadow Sure Start, Rylance St, Beswick, M11 3NA. Fridays 9.45am-10.45am term time Suitable for adults of all ages, 50p per session, booking essential

Tai Chi Manchester Communications Academy, 2 Silchester Dr, Manchester, M40 8NT Saturdays 1-2pm suitable for all, free.

Simply Cycling Wythenshawe Park (M23 0AB) Tues (9-3) Wed (9-12) Friday (9-3) Saturday (1-3pm) Longford Park (M21 9TA) Mon (9-12pm) Friday (9-12pm) Sunday (1-3pm) Boggart Hole Clough (M9 7DH) Wed (9.30-3pm) Thur (9.30-3pm) Sat (10-12pm) Only £2 per visit contact 07753428937/07871621778 www.simply-cycling.org We offer a safe and friendly environment in which to cycle in 3 parks across Manchester and Trafford Also possibly volunteering opportunities available.

Stephen Charles Snooker Centre 2 hour pool session 5-11 Cheetham Hill Rd, Manchester, M4 4FY. Friday 2-4pm all

welcome. Call in for a chat. Contact Beth 07568533975

Into Football? If you experience mental health issues, this is a relaxed and friendly weekly session for you. No commitment, come when you like! FC United, Lightbowne Rd, Moston, Manchester, M40 OJF. Every Tuesday 4-5pm Wellbeing Group. Contact 0161 769 2005

Yoga for Women Irk Valley School, 10 Waterloo St, Crumpsall, M8 5XH. Tuesdays 9.30-11am term time only £1. To find out more about activities call Caron on 0161 234 3727

Fitness Group Gentle exercise for older people 10-11am Mondays. Lifelong Learning Centre, Failsworth Town Hall, Oldham Rd, M35 0FJ Tel: 0161 770 5800

Social Dancing Sequence, ballroom and line dancing 2-4pm (free) Mondays. Home Guard Club, Poplar St, M35 0HY Tel Cynthia on 0161 681 8452

Chair based exercise 1.30-2.30pm Tuesdays. Ridgefield Street Community Centre, M35 0HJ. Just turn up.

Yoga Mats, blocks and belts provided, £5. 7-8.30pm Tuesdays. Mission Hall, Church St, Failsworth, M35 9JW. Contact Caroline 0774 3426 911 website www.tarayogacaroline.com

Women’s Welfare Ambassadors First Asian Support Trust. Every Thursday 10-12pm. Community Point Resource Centre, 551 Cheetham Hill Rd, M8 9HZ tel: 0161 795 9513

Dance & Fitness Gorton Community Centre, Highmead St, Abbey Hey, Manchester, M18 8PE Tel: 0161 219 2569. Thursday 7-8pm £1.50 per session.

Yoga 7-8pm Tuesdays, £5. Hope Methodist Church, Oldham Rd, M35 9AB Contact Leslie 0788 0803 548 email [email protected] Facebook: Failsworth Yoga

Connect

When it comes to wellbeing, other people matter. Evidence shows that good relationships with family, friends and the wider community, are important for mental wellbeing.

Harpurhey Neighborhood Project Carisbrook St, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5UX Tel: 0161 205 5143

Monday 10-4pm; community projects

Tuesday 10-4pm; community projects ramp 1230-230pm-opal room chess club 6-9pm

Wednesday 10-4pm community projects zumba; 530-630pm – hall benefit advice – Mel 1030-2pm

Thursday 10-4pm; community projects ramp 1230-230pm – opal room

Friday 10-4pm; community projects 11-1pm photography grp – it suite 6-9pm chess club

Saturday 10-3pm; community projects 830-10am; slimming world – annexe 10-2pm; Kerry’s dance class-hall

Sunday 10-3pm; community projects

Community Specials;

Friday 22nd November – coffee with a copper; 1030-1130am watch out for our book fair, remembrance event, etc we are on facebook; Harpurhey Neighbourhood Project, the centre also twitter; @HnpHarpurhey email; [email protected] website; www.thecentre.online

Harpurhey Neighbourhood Project

Computer Buddy’s Chess Club Tuesday 12-2pm Tuesday and Friday 6-9pm 50 per session Need an Email address? 50P per session Access Online Services

Help Available

Creative Writing

Youth Club Benefits Advice Zumba Wednesday 10.30-2pm Wednesday 5.30 6.30 Keep Fit

Harpurhey Photography Group R.A.M.P Friday 11-1

Tuesday Thursday

12.30-2.30 Digital skills course

Leading to Computer Certificate

Telephone 0161-247-8904

Hayley 07919-9236396f for details

The Men’s Room

ABOUT US The Men's Room is an arts and social charity that works creatively to empower men aged 18-30. We support male sex workers, homeless men and men involved in the criminal justice system. We offer them opportunities to get involved in high quality arts projects whilst accessing one to one support for challenges they face in their everyday lives. Our work engages young men experiencing multiple disadvantage, including homeless men, sex workers, men with experience of sexual exploitation, offenders, and men struggling with mental health problems and substance misuse. We work with artists on a diverse range of projects throughout the year, whilst also offering outreach services and personalised support to our service users. Project Director Fergal defines our approach as 'marrying the Health & Social department with creative intervention, offering the men respite and a space for reflection, whilst also giving them a creative outlet they wouldn't otherwise get. This allows them to engage with positivity and creativity, to be young men.' The Men's Room has staff, partners and volunteers from both the arts and social care agencies.

FOR SUPPORT If you are a young man who would like support or are an agency who would like to refer a young man, please call Hayley on 07582 243 701 or e-mail her at [email protected] FOR GENERAL INFORMATION For any general enquiries about The Men's Room please e-mail us at: [email protected] or call our office on 0161 834 1827. If you are interested in working with The Men's Room as a volunteer please contact Ruth on: [email protected] Our address is: First Floor Raven House 113 Fairfield Street Manchester M12 6EL

Back On Track Timetable 4th Floor Swan Buildings, 20 Swan St, Manchester M4 5JW Tel: 0161 832 4488

The Lalley Centre, Eggington St, Collyhurst, Manchester, M40 7RG

Free wellbeing course for anyone over 55 "Are you over 55? Would you like to improve your confidence, lift your mood and learn tools and techniques to help you in later life? Building a Healthy Future in Later Life is a FREE six week course run by Manchester Mind. Expand your horizons, meet new people and learn different ways to improve your quality of life now, and in the future. Places are free but you do need to register. Please contact Ruth Rosselson at Manchester Mind to register, or find out more. Email Ruth, or call on either 07527127786 or 0161 769 5732. Monday afternoons, 1 – 3.30pm. Community Room, Whitebeck Court, Moorway Drive Blackley, M9 8GQ. http://manchestermind.org/Building_a_Healthy_Future.php

Big Chance Contact Sian on 07917 531 451 or email [email protected] The Big Life Group provides people with opportunities to change their lives. We assist with CONNECT social relationships and wellbeing, BE ACTIVE regular exercise and changing diet (12 week course), TAKE NOTICE confidence building, first aid and food hygiene, LEARN ESOL classes and employment support, GIVE volunteering by helping others while gaining work experience.

Creative Living Centre 1a Rectory Lane, Prestwich, M25 1BP. Tel: 0161 696 7501 email: [email protected]

One to One Therapies including emotional support; liaising with other members of your support team; looking at opportunities outside the Centre; and dealing with difficult times. Self Help Support Groups A group facilitated by volunteers from the Samaritans, providing a safe and supported space for people to share feelings and experiences, receive support from other Members or offer ideas themselves. Art, Music and Writing Classes We offer a range of groups and activities including art class, creative writing, art therapy and out very popular singing group. Saturday Night Social Group. The Centre is open from 5.00-8.30 pm each Saturday welcoming both Members and friends and family. There is always a warm welcome, food, fun and games plus music performances going on, often with an additional option of activities such as arts, creative writing and bingo. Cafe Space. The Centre provides a social space for members to get a cup of tea and sit in a calm environment with others. Members can play board games, catch up with friends or take part it classes. Physical Exercise and Wellbeing We provide a number of activities including Yoga, Tai Chi, Relaxation Group and Gardening in order to facilitate healthier bodies and healthier minds. Possible volunteering available.

Forever Harpurhey and Manchester We work with local people in our communities to inspire and encourage projects that they want to see, to make their neighbourhoods happier and safer places to be. All of the money raised for Forever Manchester is used to fund and support over 1,000 community projects in Greater Manchester each year. Join the movement. Get involved. Forever Manchester, 2nd Floor, 8 Hewitt House, Manchester, M15 4GB, tel: 0161 214 0940. Email [email protected] Website https://forevermanchester.com/ Also contact community builder Graeme Urlwin on 07891 953 918 or email [email protected]

Befrienders, Methodist Central buildings, Oldham St, M1 1JQ Tel: 0161 278 6795 email: [email protected] Also offering volunteering for food bank.

Social Café Healthy Activities Church of the Apostles, Ridgeway St, Miles Platting, M40 7DT. Craft, pamper, dance and exercise Suitable for all. Small charge for refreshments, just turn up. Fridays 10-11.30am during term time only.

Age Friendly Club

Whitemoss Youth Centre, Southdown Crescent, M9 7DQ. Tel: 0161 278 1240. Two Course meal, Cost £4, home made food, vegetables grown in our own allotment , apple pie and custard. Fun Bingo after your meal. , Run by group of volunteers with Pure Innovation team of volunteers also assisting. You must ring to book a place 0161 278 1240 ask for John Biggs. Starts again from Friday 13th September 11.30 am to 1.30 pm Lunch served at 12 noon. North City Nomads Group run by Volunteers) (for our Age Friendly people). This group based at the Whitemoss Youth / Community Centre organises 4 trips per year to places of interest and to sea side resorts. To register call into the centre on Tuesdays, Thursdays , Fridays or Saturdays between 11 am and 2 pm and pick up a registration form or telephone the groups mobile number (during the day please) on >> 07985400543 Cost to register is £5 . Cost of trips are between £12 and £17 per journey by Chester's & Goodwin's Coaches. We have local Coach Pick Up Points for Local Tenants and Residents and cater where we can for wheel chair users. Ward Event Date Time Location Contact Charlestown Junior Club(7-11 yrs.) Fridays 6- 8pm Whitemoss Y.C. John Biggs(278 1240) Charlestown Ladies Dodge Ball £4 Thursdays 8-9pm Whitemoss Y.C. John Biggs(278 1240) Charlestown Abl Weight Management Free sessions Every 2nd & 4th Thursday in the Month 6-8pm Whitemoss Y.C. John Biggs(278 1240) Charlestown Longevitology Healing Mondays 12-2pm Whitemoss Y.C. John Biggs(278 1240) Junior Club entrance fee £1 only (All Volunteer workers are DBS checked)

Phoenix Over 50’s club St Andrews Church Hall, 13 Churchdale Rd, Manchester, M9 8NG. Thursdays 1.30pm-4pm. Organised guest speakers and excursions. Free. Contact Betty Waugh on 0161 740 3878.

Liverton Court (Managed by Northwards Housing) Liverton Drive, Blackley, M9 0NQ Manchester, Breakfast Club, Mondays 9-10am Full breakfast £2, sandwich £1. Contact Sue Cunliffe on 0161 7954 625.

Garden Gang The Byrons, Bank House Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M9 8LT. Are you a keen gardener or just like a bit of fresh air? Then join us every Monday to tend to our wonderful garden. All ages and abilities welcome! (Weather dependent) Free. Contact Claire Alcock on 0161 795 9168.

Prize Bingo The Byrons. Bank House Rd, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M9 8LT. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2.30pm. Free. Contact Claire Alcock on 0161 795 9168.

St John Bosco Church Hall Over 50s/60s 197 Charlestown Rd, Blackley, Manchester, M9 7BD. Over 50s/60s club. Mondays 11.30am-3.30pm (over 50s), Tuesdays 1pm-3.30pm (over 60s). Socialising, dancing and bingo. Free. Contact Mike Mangam on 0161 740 1955.

Socialising Drop-In Higher Blackley Community Centre, Victoria Avenue, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M9 0RA. Mondays 10.30pm- 2.30pm. Free. Contact Angie on 0161 740 5231.

Moston Small Cinema Miners Community Arts and Music Centre, Teddington St, Moston, Manchester, M40 0DJ tel: 0161 6826253. Live football, pool, snooker, darts. Multifunctional building that will bring the local community together for all aspects of socializing activities. We are a small collective of artists and musicians who have been given the chance to revamp the building and are currently building a recording studio.

Openshaw Wellbeing Centre Self-help for anxiety or depression. The New Roundhouse, 1328-1330 Ashton Old Rd, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 1JG. Every other Friday 1pm-3pm. Tel: 0161 226 3871 or email community [email protected]

St John’s Church Waterloo Rd, Crumpsall, M8 0AZ. Exercise, Arts, Drop in, Volunteering.

Beswick Library, Gray Mare Lane, M11 3DS Tel: 0161 245 7241

Monday – Ipad/ICT group 3.30-5.30pm

Tuesday – Book/reading group. Last Tuesday of every month.

Wednesday – Knitting group 2-4pm

Friday – Coffee morning 10.30am-12.30pm

Refreshments provided all free.

Nephra Good Neighbours - Champions Project 27 Parkfield Rd North, New Moston, Manchester, M40 3RN tel: 0754 223 3600 Claire Balshaw https://www.manchestercommunitycentral.org/support-groups Running a variety of volunteer activities. Please contact for further details.

Hearing Voices Support Group at Harpurhey Wellbeing Centre 93 Church Lane, Manchester M9 5BG. Tel: 0161 205 0118 or 0161 205 5143. Fridays 1.30pm

Pamper Session Joy Community Church, 70 Booth Hall Rd, Charlestown, M9 7BL. Tuesdays 9.30am-10.30am Hand and shoulder massages, manicures, and nail painting. For mums, carers and grandparents. Every fortnight at the Chatterbox Project. Tel: Sue Asprey on 0161 795 6162

Self Help Talking Therapies in Manchester. Do you struggle with low mood/depression/poor concentration/worries/sleep problems/anxiety? We offer support across Manchester to adults. The Psychological Wellbeing Service offers a range of support and services including one-to-one support based on cognitive behavioral therapy, groups, workshops and therapy. Call 0161 226 3871 or visit website https://www.selfhelpservices.org.uk/ email [email protected]

Just for Men Beswick Library, 60 Grey Mare Lane, Beswick, Tel: 0161 245 7241 Every Thursday 2-3.30pm. Come along and have a chat about sport, politics or whatever you like. Chess, draughts or dominoes. Refreshments provided.

Connections Church of the Saviours, Eggington St, Collyhurst, M40 7RN. On term time Tuesdays we open the church as a community drop-in centre. Everything is free including the “LiteBite” lunch served from 12:30 to 13:30. There are people to meet, tea and coffee to drink and lots of things to do including reading the Tuesday papers, using our laptops and free Wi-Fi, watching a monthly movie, art and craft sessions, all sorts of games from table top to TV. Tuesdays 10-2pm Tel: 0161 205 2808 Over 50s

Community Café: The Factory Brew Manchester Youth Zone, 931 Rochdale rd, Harpurhey. M9 8AE Tel: 0161 203 5333. Join us Monday to Friday 10am- 2pm All ages and everyone welcome.

Art Class Joy Community Church, 70 Booth Hall Rd, Charlestown, M9 7BL. Tuesday 9.30-11.30 £2 Tel:0161 230 1420

Age UK Openshaw Day Centre Lunch club twice weekly Monday and Friday 1pm (term time). Two course lunch with tea/coffee £3.20 per person. Seated Tai Chi class every Thursday 2pm at £2 per person includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Booking not required. Monthly dance on last Tuesday every month 1.30-3pm.£3 per person incl. sandwiches, cakes, tea/coffee. Age UK Manchester, Openshaw Day Centre, 10 Catherine St, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 1WF. [email protected] Tel: 0161 205 3851 or 07950 427 292. Tuesday-Thursday. 18

Table Tennis The Grange Community Centre, Pilgrim Drive, Beswick, M11 3TQ. Every Friday 10-12pm, free, no experience needed, adults only. Just come along or call 0161 230 1420

Learn to Dance St Dunstan’s Parish Centre, Corner of Kenyon Lane, and Bluestone Rd, M40 9JP Thursdays 1-4pm Admission £2

Academy Singers Manchester Communication Academy, 2 Silchester Drive, M40 8NT. Come and sing with us. First 4 sessions free. Everyone welcome, no experience needed. Fridays 2-3.30pm (£1) Contact Margot Power on 0161 202 0161 or email [email protected]

Fun and Games for the Over 50s Zest - Heathfield Hall, Heathfield Street, Newton Heath, M40 1LF. Monday 10-11.30am Play Wii, darts, board games and Meet people. Cost £1 towards refreshments. Just turn up. Tuesdays 6.30-7.30pm Yoga free for all ages. Wednesdays front Row film showings 12-3pm. £1.50 for tea, coffee, food. Thursdays Gentle Exercise Class, suitable for adults all ages.

Young People

Wai Yin Society Are you 11-19? Are you a new migrant? (In the last 5 years) are you looking to improve your skills and have fun? Spray Painting, jewellery making, Fundraising, Day trips. 66-68 Swan St, Manchester, M4 5JU Tel: Amy Wong/Shay Burns on 0161 833 0377

Volunteering for 8-21 yr olds The Factory Youth Zone, 931 Rochdale Rd, Manchester M9 8AE Help into employment, volunteering. As a member £5 annual membership, 50p each session. Sports, Arts & Crafts, Dance, Music, Drama, Boxing, Gym, Indoor Rock Climbing, Cooking, Residentials, Table Tennis, Pool and Video Games. Tel: 0161 203 5333

College Of The Third Age

Abraham Moss Centre, Crescent road, M8 5UF, 0161 234 3743, [email protected], https://www.collegeofthethirdage.co.uk/. C3A is a Voluntary college running activities by and for people aged 50+. Annual membership of the C3A is £10 and there is a session donation of £2.50. Computer classes and some of the leisure classes are run by volunteers. Classes include, crafts, Line Dancing, 50+ Health & Interest, Singing for fun, History & Interest, Information & Interest group, Beginners French. College of the Third Age is a way of learning new skills, making new friends and keeping young at heart, so come and join us. ‘The Milemunchers’ monthly Saturdays walks and occasional theatre visits

Khizra Masjid 425 Cheetham Hill Rd, Manchester, M8 0PF tel: 0161 205 6662 If you need to refer anyone for any community based activities who is member of the Muslim community in Cheetham Hill and Crumpsall Khizra Mosque has loads stuff going on for adults and kids, health awareness activities, food bank, etc. You can e-mail them and get in touch on: [email protected]

Welcome Centre 18-32 Brentfield Avenue, Manchester, M8 0TW, Tel: 0161 792 9760. Welcome Centre is a great resource you can tap into with many activities, daily lunch (50p), community beauty salon where ladies can get henna or hair done, garden, etc. Client can wash their clothes there and even take a shower (homeless clients); they have benefit advice, ESOL classes, volunteering programme, etc. You can contact center manager Joanna Login on: [email protected]

Saheli Asian Womens Project PO BOX 44, SDO, Manchester, M20 4BJ tel: 0161 945 4187. ) Saheli is a charity working with ladies from Asian community and delivers group work, outreach work, etc. especially for ladies who experienced domestic violence. I attached the referral form. You can check their website here http://saheli.org.uk/ and also contact them via e- mail [email protected]

The Fed Heathlands Village, Heathlands Drive, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 9SB. Tel: 0161 772 4800. Social care charity serving the Greater Manchester Jewish Community. https://www.thefed.org.uk/

WomenZone Group Abraham Moss Library, Crescent Road, Crumpsall, M8 5UF. Weekly drop-in on Thursdays at Crumpsall Library. Tea, coffee,biscuits, knitting, crocheting, chat. FREE. [email protected]

BHA For Equality 412 Stretford Rd, Manchester, M15 4AE https://www.thebha.org.uk/Pages/Category/roma. The BHA aims to develop social projects that will improve the stability and quality of Romani families and community life in the UK. Also offers work and volunteering opportunities. https://www.thebha.org.uk/

Europia

St Wilfred’s Enterprise Centre, 2 Birchvale Close, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5BJ tel: 0333 3058 570 or 0775 4398 007. Europia is volunteer run and has once a month benefit advice for clients from the European background as well as many more social activities (https://europia.org.uk/

Be Well

How you feel can depend on what is going on in your life, this is where we can help you. Be Well can link you to social and physical activities in your community that can improve your life.

Our staff can offer free, confidential advice to give you the tools to help you feel good again. We will help you to steer yourself through some of the difficulties you can experience when you’re having a hard time.

What you can expect from Be Well

Once you are referred by your GP, we will contact you within five working days to arrange your first meeting. All of our staff will be based within GP surgeries or local community venues and we can meet at a time and a place which is convenient for you.

What kind of support can you access

Feeling happier or less stressed Isolation, loneliness and friendship Physical health support, such as eating healthier food, exercising and drinking less alcohol Promoting positive mental health Supporting you to return to work after illness or unemployment Stopping smoking

We also have links with other agencies who can help, so if needed, we can refer you on to:

Debt and money advice Drug and alcohol support Employment advice and guidance Housing support

Our key aim is to help you as much as we can so that you stay happy, healthy and build up your resilience. By accessing services as soon as possible, we can help you avoid circumstances becoming harder to manage.

For help and advice

Be Well wants to support you and your community and we believe everyone has something to offer. We aim to build upon what is good in your life and help improve the things that aren’t. Your GP or Health Professional fully supports Be Well, and can refer you to a member of our staff for a chat. It’s as easy as that.

Be Well, North Manchester First Floor, Abraham Moss Centre 140 Crescent Road, Crumpsall Manchester, M8 5UF

Telephone: 0161 271 0211/0212 Email: [email protected]

Gaydio Radio

At Gaydio, we are the largest not-for-profit community radio service for LGBT+ people in the UK. In addition to our broadcast output, we focus a significant amount of our resources delivering educational, skills-based and confidence-building projects through the Gaydio Academy for those most in need within the community. We work with 200+ disadvantaged people each year and more than 1,500 people have received our training and support since 2008.

Our studios are in Manchester City Centre (Portland Street) and we are currently recruiting for the following projects for people from across Greater Manchester:

Our Youth Programme provides radio skills training, a weekly meet-up and regular content creation for broadcast for LGBT+ people aged 13-18. We are holding Open Days throughout September for anyone interested, please email [email protected] and we will add you to the mailing list.

Our Work Club delivers a weekly meet-up, radio skills training, regular radio content creation and 1-to-1 work skills training for LGBT+ people aged 19-30 out of work. Again, please email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

Our Culture project delivers radio skills training so that participants can create content bringing Manchester's cultural offer to life. We are actively recruiting LGBT+ people of all ages for this project, so please email [email protected] for more information.

Website: Gaydio.co.uk

Take Notice

Take some time to enjoy the moment and the environment around you.

Walking groups supported by NHS Health Walks: Wednesdays, Heaton Park (30 mins short/slower walk) - 12pm (smithy lodge entrance, outside golf cafe) Moston Marchers (Broadhurst Sure Start) volunteer led 12pm

Health Walk Boggart Hole Clough, M9 7DH (Visitor Centre, Charlestown Rd, M9 7DF) Tuesday 1.30pm.

Blackley Forest Walks Blackley Forest, Victoria Avenue Entrance, Higher Blackley Tel Dot: 0161 795 0900 Monthly walks through forest, meets second Monday 2-3pm of each month. Refreshments available after the walk at Glenbrook Chapel Hall. www.blackleyforest.com

Green Wellbeing Green Wellbeing, Recovery Pathways, Cornbrook Enterprise Centre, 70 Quenby St, Hulme, Manchester, M15 4HW. Contact Kate Ulrick Tel: 0161 271 0279, Mobile 07974 394 163 Email: [email protected]. Email referral to: [email protected] Please include client name, DOB and District Number. For service users on CPA: Email reason for referral, up to date CPA and Risk (within 12 months), MANCAS desirable but not essential For service users not on CPA: Completed National Eligibility Criteria (NEC) form with evidence that service user meets or is at risk of meeting the NEC for Social Care, if support is not received For further enquiries call: Referral Coordinator 07436 560 917

Gorton Visual Arts Group Debdale Park, Aviary rooms, M18 7LJ for further info please contact Ian McKay on [email protected] or [email protected] website https://gortonvisualarts.wordpress.com/about/

Green Minds North Manchester Green Minds is a therapeutic horticulture project run by Sow the City providing activities to aid recovery from mental ill health at North Manchester General Hospital and with local community gardens. The community gardens taking part in Green Minds are Crumpsall Community Garden Crumpsall), Garden Needs (Broughton), and the Lalley Centre (Collyhurst). Jon Ross Director, Sow the City Manchester M4 1HN 0161 465 6954 [email protected] www.sowthecity.org

ParkLives Adult bootcamps, family donkey grooming, health Walks, Family fishing fun, Zumba, Yoga, etc. Go to www.parklives.com or ring 0161 234 5454 for details of activities/availability.

Learn Something New

Flexing mental muscles and learning something new raises confidence and distracts from some mental health stressors. Learning with others, meeting new people, expanding social networks and sharing mutual goals and interests. Independent learning. Enrolling on a course on line, or studying things you are interested in.

Benchmark Benchmark offers training and work-related opportunities in furniture making and short woodwork courses at its base: Ground Floor, Building 8, Wilsons Park, Monsall Road, Newton Heath, M40 8WN. It is easily accessible by public transport and usually attracts citywide referrals. Being part of Benchmark allows you to develop your skills in a fully equipped furniture making workshop within a supported environment. There is a programme of time-limited courses using hand tools and training in the use of woodwork machinery. Each course, offers goal setting, regular reviews, an opportunity for Occupational Therapy if the need is identified and a move on plan following your time with us. We can work with you to connect you with local training and work related opportunities to support your continued wellbeing. During your time at Benchmark you may also have the opportunity to gain manufacturing experience by working on commissions for projects such as garden furniture, reception desks and many other items and aspects of furniture making and woodwork related products. All training programmes encourage personal reflection based on individual goals such as:

* Building structure and routine * Building confidence and self-esteem * Increasing independence * Having a sense of achievement and progress through learning and training * Feeling comfortable in a group setting * Developing work-related skills * Feeling useful Please contact David Lowery on 07501 480 755 for further information on what is available at Benchmark. Send all referrals to [email protected] including client’s name DOB and District Number and if under care of CPA. Please specify Benchmark.

Manchester Adult Education Learning Centres English and Maths, ESOL, Digital and Computer skills, Getting into work, Health and Social Care (Care and Education), Family learning. Several venues available: The Avenue Library, Victoria Avenue East, Blackley, M9 6HW tel 0161 219 2393. Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre, Crescent Rd, Crumpsall, M8 5UF tel 0161 219 6735. Newton House Adult Learning Centre, 203 Droyslden Rd, Newton Heath, M40 1NY tel: 0161 254 7706. Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, Upper Lloyd St, Moss Side, M14 4HZ tel: 0161 254 7314. Longsight library and Learning Centre, 519 Stockport Rd, Longsight, M12 4NE, tel: 0161 227 3706. Withington Adult Learning Centre, 24a Burton Rd, Withington, M20 3ED, tel: 0161 234 5687. Forum Learning, Forum Square, Wythenshawe, M22 5RX, tel: 0161 935 4080. Also run courses at many community venues. Please contact nearest centre for details.

Talk English Manchester Adult Education Service works with many different organisations to provide courses and activities that help people learn English, access services and get involved in the community. Also provides volunteering opportunities to help learn English. Website https://www.talk-english.co.uk/manchester/ or Email [email protected] and [email protected]

Name: Jenni Ford Group: College of the 3rd Age

Contact: 0161 234 3743; [email protected]

What’s On:

College of the 3rd age runs all sorts of activities for people over 50, e.g. crafts, line dancing, tai chi, history talks, singing, computer workshops etc.

Usually run 10-12pm or 1-3pm Mon-Fri.

All at Abraham Moss Centre.

Brighter Sounds Brighter Sound is a creative music charity based in Manchester, working across the North and nationally. Our programme for young people includes courses in songwriting, performance, digital music, and music for young children and their families. We work across the North West with a range of partners to ensure that all young people have access to music projects. We also play a key advisory role to Music Education Hubs around inclusion. Brighter Sound, Picturehouse Building, 29 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5JZ T: 0161 830 3899 E: [email protected] Web: https://www.brightersound.com/ also see https://www.brightersound.com/bothsidesnow/

Access to Education How to cope with student life. Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. https://www.studentminds.org.uk/ We empower students and members of the university community to look after their own mental health, support others and create change. Also offer student volunteering, peer support groups. Email [email protected] or call 07943 657 039. https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/student-life/#.XCYJcHd2u70

Codecademy Learn to code for free. https://www.codecademy.com/

Google Digital Garage Google Digital Garage is a space on the high street where everyone can come in for face-to-face digital coaching from Google - for free! There are 16 different courses available - from taking your first steps online, through to learning to build a CV, setting up your own business, learning about coding, increasing your digital marketing skills and more. 43 King St, Manchester M2 7AT. [email protected] Call: 020 38 20 93 85 or 020 73 46 20 https://events.withgoogle.com/digital-garage-manchester/

Manchester Girl Geeks Manchester Girl Geeks is a not-for-profit group which organises networking events, talks and hands-on workshops for women and girls with an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The group initially started as part of the Girl Geek Dinners movement, which currently has more than 60 groups in over 20 25 countries. These events provide a great opportunity for women working in STEM to get together in a relaxed environment, network and meet like-minded people. There have been several successful Girl Geek Dinners in Manchester (UK), working with partners such as the Manchester Science Festival and Barclays Capital. Web: https://manchestergirlgeeks.com/ Email: [email protected]

Accredited Qualifications Access to accredited qualifications. See website http://www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk/

Skills Workshop Free functional skills and skills for life resources. https://www.skillsworkshop.org/

BBC Skillwise website Variety of online resources for English, Maths, reading/writing, job skills, Maths and English games. http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/0/

BBC Bitesize website Online resource for learning a variety of subjects. https://www.bbc.com/bitesize and https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects

Future Learn Learn new skills, pursue your interests, advance your career. https://www.futurelearn.com/

Heart – Arts For Wellbeing. Collage, drawing, Sculpture, textiles, painting and printing. Avenue Library, Victoria Avenue East, Blackley, M9 6HW. Michelle Ayavoro, Director of HerArt CIC Contact details are: T: 07944811744 http://www.herart.co.uk FB: @HerartCICTW: @HerartCIC

St Lukes Church, Longsight Corner of Devonshire St and Stockport Rd (across McDonalds) Current activities: Poetry/Creative Writing Tuesdays 6-7pm, Media Sessions (digital sound recordings/digital photography) on first Tuesday of month 2-6.30pm, Audacity Training Workshop (sound editing) 11.30-2pm. Art Trip to Whitworth Gallery& Park (date to be confirmed) Tel: 0161 273 1492

Angling/Fishing Group Boggart Hole Clough, M9 7DH (Visitor Centre, Charlestown Rd, M9 7DF) Contact Duncan 07564 518769 or Julie 07980 876733 Access to Music Manchester St James Buildings, 65 Oxford St, Manchester, M1 6QF tel: 0800 281842 or 24 Hulme St, Manchester, M1 5BW. Access to Music is the place for anyone looking for creative courses in Manchester.

North Manchester Radio Music Manchester Communication Academy, Silchester Drive, Harpurhey, M40 8NT Tel: 0161 205 7600 and 0161 205 7984 (College tel: 0161 205 0161)

Heads Up and Mental Health Courses at Back On Track and MAES. Contact Rachel Garratt on 0161 834 1661 or email [email protected] or make an appointment at Back On Track or MAES venues. The Heads Up courses explore one pathway through different activities such as art, IT, drama, Communication or music.

Newton House Adult Learning Centre. 203 Droylsden Rd, Newton Heath, M40 1NY. Tel: 0161 254 7706. Courses available: Better Writing, Creative Craft for early years, Digital Drop In, Digital Skills for the Workplace, English Skills for Work, Functional Maths, Making Career Choices in Care and Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning in School, Working With Children In Schools Level 1, Workshop Personal Statements.

Free Cookery Manchester Communication Academy, Silchester Drive, Harpurhey, M40 8NT (Tues 5.30-7.30pm) Tel: Sarah Wait on [email protected] or tel: 0161 202 0161

Learn to Dance Joy Community Church, 70 Booth Hall Rd, Charlestown, M9 7BL. Wednesdays 1-2.30pm Suitable for all ages, Free, Just turn up.

Cook and Taste Crumpsall Park Visitors Centre, Ash tree Rd, Crumpsall, M8 5RX. Every other Monday free, 6-8pm. Tel: Simon Dean on 0161 281 6939 or 07722124501.

Women Only Craft Café. Term time Mondays 9.30-11.30am. Free of charge. Crumpsall Park visitor centre, Ash Tree road, M8 5RX

Perform For You Theatrical skills, street dance and vocals. For more information on sessions and free trials [email protected] Contact: AIR SQUAD 07746262214

Community Café Not for profit. Wednesdays 10.30-1pm. Crumpsall Park visitor centre, Ash Tree road, M8 5RX

The Roundhouse, 1328-1330 Ashton Old Rd, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 1JG Tel: 0161 974 1300 email [email protected]

Computer Classes

Ancoats Victoria Square, Oldham Rd, Ancoats, M4 5DX, Friday 2-4pm, Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Blackley Liverton Court, Liverton Drive, Blackley M9 0NQ, Wednesday 10-12pm, Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Blackley The Avenue Library, Victoria Avenue East, Blackley, M9 6HW, Tuesday 9.30-12pm, Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Cheetham Hill Community Point Resource Centre, 551 Cheetham Hill Rd, M8 9HZ [email protected]. Digital Skills Training + Learn My Way.

Crumpsall Abraham Moss Centre, Crescent Rd, Crumpsall, M8 5UF, Thursday or Tuesday 9.30-12pm Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Harpurhey Manchester Communication Academy, 2 Silchester Drive, Harpurhey, M40 8NT, Thursday 10-1.30pm, Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Newton Heath Newton House Centre, 203 Droyslden Rd, Newton Heath, M40 1NY, Thursday 1-3.30pm Tel: Andrew 0161 720 5880

Clayton

Clayton Sure Start Centre 101 North Road, M11 4NE

Beswick

Beswick Library 60 Grey Mare Lane M11 3DS Tel: 0161 223 8039 for free IT use

Mustard Tree, 110 Oldham Rd, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6AG Tel: 0161 228 7331

Give

Small acts of kindness towards other people, or larger ones – such as volunteering in your local community – can give you a sense of purpose and make you feel happier and more satisfied about life. For example, a 2004 study in 373 older adults found that some aspects of wellbeing were higher in those who did volunteering projects, compared with those who did not. How about volunteering? Local organisations are looking for your support either a few hours or a few days per week. Expenses are usually paid and you will be trained for the work you do. Volunteering for wellbeing should not affect your benefits, check if you are unsure.

Education, Volunteering, Work and Training

Name: Kate Tite Group: Manchester City Council

Contact: [email protected]

What’s On:

Manchester Council has launched a new volunteering website:

mcrvip.com/vk/volunteers/index.htm

Anyone can register to list an event that needs volunteers, or register to volunteer themselves.

Name: Jenni Ford Group: Crumpsall Community Allotment

Contact: 0161 740 1922

What’s On:

Food growing project on Hazlebottom road is looking for new volunteers. They meet 2nd Monday of the month. Contact Jenni to visit the site.

Name: Babz / Kandwani Group: freshrb.com

Contact: [email protected]

An organisation that offers ASDAN accredited workshops in media skills and theatre production. The workshops are based on marginalised themes and community issues

People can get involved as volunteers, being part of the production and screening process. Each cohort varies, but can include up to 6 participants for a period of 3-4 months per project. Participants gain valuable skills, such as confidence, community cohesion as well as an accreditation. Anyone can volunteer to participate in the projects and working with Age Friendly on some projects, therefore age is not a barrier.

Get Ready for Work Free computer access, help and support with CV’s, job search, email, universal credit, education and training, local volunteering. Additional information and support also available with application forms, building skills, confidence and much more. All Welcome, no appointment needed. Following venues:

Broadhurst Community Centre, Lightbowne Rd, Moston, M40 0HJ Tuesday 1-3pm. Gorton Children’s Centre, Mount Rd, Gorton, M18 7BG Wednesday 10-12pm The New Welcome Centre, Brentfield Avenue, Cheetham Hill, M8 0TW Wed 10-12pm North City Library, Rochdale Rd, Manchester, M9 4AF Wed 1-3pm The Wells Centre, Clayton Children’s Centre, North Rd, Clayton, M11 4NE Thur 1-3pm The Grange Community Resource Centre, Pilgrim Dr, Beswick, M11 3TQ, Fri 10-12pm Broadhurst Community Centre, Lightbowne Rd, Moston, M40 0HJ, Fri 12-2pm We also offer Community Digital Support and Community Volunteer Support. Website www.grfw.co.uk or email [email protected]

Volunteer Gardening Group The Grange Community Centre, Pilgrim Drive, Beswick, M11 3TQ. Every Wednesday 10-12pm. No experience needed, adults only. Just come along or call 0161 230 1420

Get Experienced The Grange, Pilgrim Drive, Beswick, Manchester, M11 3TQ tel: 0161 230 1438 website www.get-experienced.org.uk email [email protected]. Make a positive change in your community, gain valuable work experience, excellent training and support, travel expenses refunded, personal development, share your skills, help someone, make friends and have fun!

Mencap Charity Shop Volunteering Do you have good people skills and are passionate about helping to support Mencap’s work? If so, search our jobs site to see if we are hiring for staff. Alternatively, ask to speak to the manager of your local Mencap Shop to find out if there are any voluntary positions available. Unit 10, Lime Square, Openshaw, Manchester, M11 1DA Tel: 0161 371 0585

Crumpsall Community Allotment New members wanted to work on Crumpsall Community Allotment at Hazeelbottom Rd. Come and meet new people, learn new skills and enjoy watching those plants grow from little seeds to edible veg. The group meet together on the 2nd Monday of every month from March to November at 1pm m(plot 1 10) Ask for Brenda Baines

National Careers Service Can help with: Find out about careers and what qualifications and skills you require, Look at your skills and how to improve them, Develop your CV and interview skills, find a learning or training course, find out about funding. Call 0800 100 900 between 8am-10pm 7 days a week.

The Oasis Centre Charity Shop, Kitchen Staff, Running group activities, volunteering. Crisis Support Team, Wellbeing Support, Social and group activities. Basic Reading and Writing, cookery workshop. Mentoring and support. Basic IT training, work club. Please ask. The Oasis Centre, Collier House, Wellington St, Gorton, Manchester, M18 8TX tel: 07732352568 http://oasisgorton.org/

Back On Track Swan Kitchens We work with adults (aged 18+) who are rebuilding their lives after problems with drug, homelessness, mental health problems/criminal record. Through Swan Kitchens we can provide real work experience opportunities that give people a second chance to explore a career in catering and plan for the future ahead. For more info go to www.backontrackmanchester.org.uk. 4th Floor Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester M4 5JW, 0161 832 4488

Barnabus Volunteering To enable us to continue our lifesaving work on the streets of Manchester we need your support, there are many different ways that you can help us to meet the needs of the homeless and vulnerable. Barnabus, The Beacon, 45 Bloom St, Manchester, 01612373223 http://barnabus-manchester.org.uk/ email: [email protected]

The Salvation Army Homeless Service Volunteering to help the homeless. 120 Barmouth St, Manchester, M11 3TB tel: 01612367537

Street League – Find Work, Stay active Aged 16-30? Play sport and keep fit, gain key life and work skills for employment, One-to-one support and guidance, CV Writing, interview skills and job searching. Work Placement opportunities. 114 Grosvenor St, Manchester, M1 7HL contact Michael Worral tel: 07887530346 streetleague.co.uk

You’re Hired For help with your CV and finding jobs to apply for, to interview advice and practice. There’s also free training to boost your skills – Everything from computer basics, reading, writing and number skills, to English classes and qualifications that will get your career move upwards. Volunteering, apprenticeships, starting your own business, as well as debt and money advice – We’ll point you in the direct direction. Contact: Manchester.gov.uk/work

Paul Crudginton Engagement Co-ordinator Back on Track Tel: 0161 834 166. Fax: 0161 834 004. Email: [email protected] Web: www.backontrackmanchester.org.uk 4th Floor Swan Buildings, 20 Swan St, Manchester. M4 5JW. www.manchestercommunitycentral.org or call 0161 830 4770 for an appointment.

Individual Placement and Support Service Senior Employment Specialist Caron Lydon 07436 560 999/0161 277 1240 [email protected] Employment specialist North Rita Moloney 07587 137 453 [email protected] Employment specialist Central Liz Lawton 07484 549 514 [email protected] Employment specialist South Zena Evans 07815 842 926 [email protected]

Volunteer Centre https://www.manchestercommunitycentral.org/volunteer-centre-manchester Contact the team on 0161 8304770 or email [email protected] Volunteer Centre Manchester provides information, support and training to Manchester residents who want to volunteer. Only available for Manchester City residents paying council tax/rates to Manchester City Council. Otherwise refer to https://www.manchestercommunitycentral.org/node/33973

Sue Ryder Charity Shop Volunteering in charity shop. Unit 3 Ashton Old Rd, Openshaw, M11 2NN tel: 0161 231 8387

Emerging Futures Would you like to train as a coach? Do you have personal experience from substance abuse? Are you at least 6-12 months in your own sustained recovery? Want to help others? Contact Carl Molyneaux tel: 0161 203 6622 or email [email protected] www.emergingfutures.co.uk

Breakthrough UK If you’re a disabled person looking for work, we can support you. Sports, Learning new skills, volunteering, making friends, Improve your wellbeing. Kevin Hyett Suite, Abraham Moss Centre, Manchester, Support into employment, support for employers, personal budgets. M8 5UF tel: 0161 234 3950 http://www.breakthrough-uk.co.uk/what-we- do

Volunteering Harpurhey Wellbeing Centre Café. Harpurhey Wellbeing Centre, 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey, M9 5BG.

Volunteering is a great way of getting out, meeting new people, learning new skills and rediscovering old skills. At the Manchester Mind Café you can achieve all this and get lots of support as well. If interested just speak to Sharon or Gayle in the café or give us a call on 0161 205 0118 Wellbeing Centre or email [email protected]

Back on Track Education Centre 4th Floor Swan Buildings, 20 Swan Street, Manchester M4 5JW, 0161 832 4488

Yes Want a job/volunteer/training/money advice? Get new skills and experience. Come and see us at The Hive, Plant Hill Rd, Blackley, M9 6NP or call 0161 974 0932. We’re here 8.30am-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Also at 115 Briscoe Lane, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 2TP tel: 0161 720 4090 at 9am-4.30pm. www.yesmanchester.co.uk

Manchester Cares, Manchester Cares, Floor 2, 22 Lever St, M1 1EA. Tel : 0161 207 0800. Manchester Cares exists to reduce loneliness amongst older and younger neighbours alike, to improve wellbeing and to bridge the gaps across social, generational and digital divides. Email [email protected]. Website https://manchestercares.org.uk/home

Motiv8 Whether you’re experiencing issues like disabilities, poor health, drug and alcohol dependencies, homelessness or domestic violence, Motiv8 can help to get you on the right track. The programme will support men and women who are under-represented in the labour market, such as ex-offenders, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender groups, ethnic minorities and migrant communities. Email us [email protected] or website http://motiv8mcr.org/

Apprenticeships 0800 101 901 or 0800 015 0400

The Manchester College Ashton Old Rd, Openshaw, M11 2WH, Tel: 0161 920 4455

Action for Blind People – Community Health Eye Champions rnib.org.uk/volunteering, Laura Ross tel: 0161 787 9252 email [email protected]

Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive, Harpurhey, Manchester, M40 8NT 0161 202 0161 email: [email protected] Free courses for North Manchester residents postcodes M8, M9 and M40. Introduction to Cookery, Food Safety in Catering Level 1/Level2, Get connected/IT for beginners, First Aid Level 2, Introduction to Archaeology, Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 1, Introduction to business, Employability through sport, FA Level 1 Football Coaching Course, Radio Production, Rosetta Stone Online Language Courses, Introduction to Gardening and Horticulture.

Manchester Adult Education Service (MAES) at MCA offering Maths, Teaching Assistant and Early Years courses Contact MAES direct on 0161 219 6735. Job Club and Employability Support (YES Manchester) Mondays 1-4pm

Gateway Debt Advice and Money Education Church of The Saviour, Eggington St, Manchester, M40 7RN, Tuesdays 10-1pm Tel: 0161 202 3511 or 07413 305 819, [email protected]

Chatterbox Project (support with financial advice) 70 Booth Hall Road, Blackley, Manchester, M9 7BL.Tel: 0161 795 6162 Website – http://chatterboxproject.org.uk/

The Money Advice Services – MAS (support with financial advice) Contact information: Website – https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en Tel: 0800 138 7777 Web Chat available – See our website

Free Welfare Advice Cheetham Hill Welfare advice, debt, legal problems, consumer matters, family problems, Immigration/Nationality (referral only) on Mondays 10-3pm appointment only. Community Point Resource Centre, 551 Cheetham Hill Rd, M8 9HZ [email protected] Digital Skills Training + Learn My Way.

Lalley Centre (support with financial advice) St Malachy’s RC Primary School Basement, Eggington St, Collyhurst, Manchester, M40 7RG. Tel: 0161 205 2754 Website – [email protected]

Cheetham Hill Advice Centre (support with financial advice) 1 Morrowfield Avenue, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 9AR Tel: 0161 740 8999 Fax: 0161 720 9231 Website – https://cheethamadvice.org.uk/

Miners Community Arts and Music Centre The Miners Community Arts and Music Centre (MCAMC) started life as a social club on an estate in North Manchester until it was neglected. MCAMC was established in 2011 and is ran solely by the community of Moston on a voluntary basis. Teddington St, Moston, Manchester, M40 0DJ. Tel: 0161 682 6253

Citizens Advice Bureau Volunteering can be a good way of gaining new skills, knowledge and experience, enhancing your CV and improving employment prospects. Please visit www.citizensadvicemanchester.org.uk/apply

LAB Project Are you aged 19+ and currently unemployed? This course could be for you! This is a course delivered by the award winning Proper Job Theatre Company. Simpson Memorial Hall, Moston Lane, Moston, M40 9NB or Tel: Lauren 07864382414 [email protected]

Have you ever thought about working for yourself and being your own boss?

Do you have an idea for a business or Social Enterprise and need a little help?

Would you like to be self-employed or run your own business but don’t know how to get started.

Enterprise Coaching can help !!

• A chance to discuss your business ideas past someone who will listen. • Free, informal and totally confidential meetings on a one to one or group basis with a qualified enterprise coach and business mentor. • Help with all the scary stuff like research and business planning • Ongoing practical support as your ideas grow and the dream becomes reality.

This scheme is open to everyone living in East Manchester area .

The Enterprise Coach is here to help foster and stimulate people’s ideas and dreams and the think about starting a new business venture or social enterprise.

We are here to help you realise your potential and work with you on a flexible, friendly, informal basis to help develop your idea. Your ideas can become reality.

Contact Emerging Futures CIC today to discuss your ideas

Contact Geoff Kirkman

Housing

Beswick, Clayton and Openshaw: One Manchester – Lovell House, Archway 6, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5RW tel: 0330 355 1000

Blackley Blackley Library, Victoria Avenue East, Blackley, M9 6HW Drop In service 10am-12.30pm Tuesdays. Filling out forms, reading through letters, bills. Housing and Benefit applications, Housing advice. Tel: 0161 235 6900. Email [email protected]

Miles Platting, Ancoats and Collyhurst Adactus Housing. Tel: 0845 505 3355

Newton Heath, Charlestown, High Blackley, Harpurhey, Moston, New Moston, Cheetham and Crumpsall. Northwards Housing, Tel: 03000 123 123

Shelter Manchester 0344 515 1640. Shelter Manchester offers a comprehensive free housing advice service including support and guidance on sourcing accommodation, applying for benefits and advice on everything from disrepair to disagreements with landlords.

Learn English

Abraham Moss Library Crescent rd, Crumpsall, M8 5UF Thursdays 9.30am Tel: 0161227 3777

Food Banks

Most food banks require a referral form from an agency such as One Manchester before they will issue food parcels so if you are in need of food and have nowhere else to turn to please give us a call

Manchester Central Food Bank – Avila House 335-337 Oxford Rd, M13 9PG. Tuesdays 10-12pm, Wednesday 10- 12pm, Friday 10-12pm

The Lalley Centre – Eggington St, Collyhurst, Manchester, M40 7RG, Wednesday 10.30-12pm (please arrive t 10.30am (No queuing outside Centre before 10am please)

Compassion Food Bank – Church of God Prophecy, 300 Moss Lane East, M14 4SS. Tuesdays 12-3pm, Friday 12-3pm, 1st Saturday of each month from 10-12pm.

St Cross Church – The Rectory, 54 Clayton Hall Rd, Clayton, M11 4WH. Thursday AM

East Manchester Food Bank – The Grange, Pilgrim Drive, Beswick, Manchester, M11 3TQ.

East Manchester Food Bank – Stirling Centre, Scotland Hall Rd, Newton heath, M40 2AZ. Wednesdays 2-4pm

Salvation Army – Salvation Army charity shop, Ashton Old Rd, Openshaw, M11 1JS. Monday-Friday 10-4.30pm. One parcel every 2 months unless there are extreme circumstances.

The Food Pantry, yes@Collyhurst 35-39 Southchurch Parade, Collyhurst. M40 7GE tel: 0161 720 4990. Are you receiving benefits? Having immigration problems? On a low income? Then you could be eligible to join. For just £3 per week you could take home shopping worth around £30. You can register for the service at: Monsall St Housing Office Fridays 10-11am

Food Poverty

This is not intended as an exhaustive guide – please remind people that you visit that there may be other options available to them.

This is a guide only and information should be checked either directly or via the websites below

www.greatertogethermanchester.org

www.trusselltrust.org

Moston, Newton Heath, Miles Platting and the City centre

Name Contact details Address Miles Platting Community [email protected] Queensbury Court, Miles Platting, M40 7DD Grocers Must live within 15 minutes walk. £2.50 07913 540680 gets £30 of groceries. Open Thursday mornings, 9:30 to 12:30. www.healthymehealthycommunities.co.uk /grocer-join.html Yes – Collyhurst https://www.yesmanchester.co.uk/collyhur 35-39 Southchurch Parade, Collyhurst, M40 st-food-pantry/ 7GE £3 gets £30 of groceries. Open Friday’s 0161 720 4090 12:00 to 13:00. East Manchester [email protected] Stirling Centre, Scotland Hall Road, Newton Foodbank Heath, M40 2AZ - Wednesday 2:00 to 4:00.

http://www.4ct.org.uk/index.php/Section7 6.html

Wellspring Community [email protected] 35 Brendon Avenue, Moston, M40 9DN Church Thursday’s 1:30 to 2:30. 0161 219 1284

http://wellspringcommunitychurch.org/

The Gateway, Collyhurst [email protected] Bread and butter thing - Church of the Saviour, Eggington Street, Manchester, https://breadandbutterthing.org/ M40 7RN Monday 11am-2.15pm St Dunstan’s RC Primary [email protected] Bacup Street, Moston, Manchester, M40 School, 9HF https://breadandbutterthing.org/ Tuesday 11am - 2.15pm

Droylsden and District [email protected] Church Street, Droylsden, M43 7BR Foodbank Friday 2:00 to 4:00

http://droylsdendistrict.foodbank.org.uk/

Salvation army [email protected] 572 Oldham Road, Failsworth, Manchester M35 9DQ, Monday from 12 noon Sometimes able to http://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/failswort provide food parcels, h

Café on Mondays from 12noon and often provide meals free of charge to people who are in need

Wood Street Mission [email protected] 26 Wood Street Manchester M3 3EF 0161 834 3140 Monday-Friday 8.30-4.30 (Office) Tuesday- http://www.woodstreetmission.org.uk Thursday 10am-1pm (community Shop)

Centre point Contact Details 52 Oldham Street, Northern Quarter, [email protected] Manchester, M4 1LE Meals and advice for young people (16 - 25) https://centrepoint.org.uk/what-we- Monday & Friday 2 - 4pm who are homeless or at do/housing/manchester/ risk of being homeless Manchester Buddhist [email protected] 16-20 Turner Street, Manchester, M4 1DZ Centre http://www.manchesterbuddhistcentre.org .uk/sangha/events/engaged-buddhists- food-bank-collection-starts.html Charter Street Ragged [email protected] 142 Dantzic Street, Manchester, M4 4DN School http://www.lifeshare.org.uk/ Saturday & Sunday 7am - 9am.

Befrienders [email protected] Methodist Central Hall, Oldham Street, 0161 236 1185 Manchester, M1 1JQ

Monday & Wednesday 2 - 4pm http://www.methodistcentralbuildings.org. uk/

Harpurhey, Charlestown and Blackley

Name Contact details Address Bread and butter project [email protected] Blackley community centre, Victoria Ave M9 0RA

https://breadandbutterthing.org/ Thursday 10.30am -1.30pm

Christ the Vine Ministries 0790 383 3949 Park View, Harpurhey Road, M9 5TF

http://christthevine.weebly.com/about.ht Weds 12-2pm ml

Shout TMO 0161 202 6482 50 Kilnside Drive, Harpurhey, Manchester http://www.shouttmo.co.uk/ Thur 1-3pm

Harpurhey Community [email protected] Carrisbrook st, M9 5BG Church http://christchurchharpurhey.org/ Tuesday from 11am http://hcconline.org.uk/theopendoor

Chatterbox project [email protected] 70 Booth Hall Road, Charlestown, Blackley, Manchester http://chatterboxproject.org.uk/helping-

hands/ Mondays 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Christian Restoration [email protected] 451 Victoria Avenue, Blackley, Manchester Manchester [email protected] Tuesday 6:30pm to 8:30pm, www.crm-manchester.org om Thursday 12pm to 3pm, Friday www.crm- 7pm to 8pm, ( however manchester.org Sunday @12pm to 3pm we offer tea, snacks )

Ancoats, Clayton and Beswick

Name Contact details Address Boaz Trust - The [email protected] Mustard tree – Ancoats - 110 mustard tree Oldham Rd, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AG http://www.mustardtree.org.uk/

Weekdays and Saturdays 10am-4pm, except Thursdays 10am-12.30pm. Food Club membership: £2 for 10 items / Family food club membership £5 for 20 items - for people on pension or benefits The River [email protected] The River – Clayton - 1300 Ashton Old Rd, Manchester M11 1JG http://www.therivermanchester.org.uk/food- Monday - Friday 12noon - parcels 3pm

Merci http://www.herbie.org.uk/ Merci – Ancoats - 22A Beswick St, Manchester M4 7HR - St Brigid’s Church [email protected] St Brigids church – Beswick - https://breadandbutterthing.org/ Grey Mare Lane M11 3DR Thursday 10am - 1.15pm

Revive 07500 662596 St Brigid's Parish Hall, Food parcels for Greymare Lane, Beswick, refugees and asylum http://www.revive-uk.org/need-destitution- Manchester seekers or-emergency-support/ M11 3ND Tuesday 11:30am - 4pm last entry 2.30pm Salvation army [email protected] Salvation Army – Clayton - 14, Lime Square, Ashton Old Rd, http://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/Openshaw Manchester M11 1DA Mon - Fri 10 - 4.30 Christian Restoration [email protected] 125-133 Pollard Street, Manchester Ancoats, Manchester http://crm-manchester.org/ M4 7JB Tuesday 6pm - 8pm and Sunday 3pm - 5pm

Cheetham Hill and Crumpsall

Name Contact details Address Khizra mosque 0161 205 6662 425 Cheetham Hill Road, M8 OPF Rainbow surprise – food 07515 110208 or Crumpsall park visitors centre drive delivers to homes 12A Crumpsall Lane, Manchester [email protected] M8 5FB

https://www.rainbowsurprise.com/food- drive.asp Wai Yin Society – The [email protected] 18-32 Brentfield Avenue, welcome centre Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M8 http://www.waiyin.org.uk 0TW Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 10am - 3pm 2. We also provide a hot meal for 50p each lunchtime (Halal)- free to those with no money North Manchester Black 0161 720 9974 Woodville Children's Centre, Health Forum https://sites.google.com/site/nmblackhealth/ho Shirley Road, Cheetham, me Manchester M8 0NE Monday - Wednesday 12 - 2pm

*NB. This is not an exhaustive list of all the community support in the neighbourhoods. Some less formal support is also available. Several schools in the area offer support in the way of food parcels to their families, likewise some GPs also offer informal food/sanitary parcels to their patients when in need. There are various church halls and community centres that supply surplice food which is provided from fare share or other local stores.

Filling in forms or writing a shopping list? Need some help reading and writing? We can help you. Call the team now on 0161 230 1013 One Manchester ------

General Advice Service: “Our Digital Support Hubs”

Through our Digital Hubs, we are now available in your local community for you to drop in for help with any problem you may have. No appointments is needed, please find the locations and times of our services below: Gorton Library, Garrat Way, M18 8HE, Tuesdays; 10am to 1pm.

Yes Centre, Briscoe Lane, M40 2TP; Mondays 12.30 to 3.30pm.

Harpurhey Library, Rochdale Road, M9 4AF; Tuesdays 9.30 to 12.30pm.

Beswick Library, Gray Mare Lane, M11 3DS, Wednesdays; 10am to 1pm.

Abraham Moss, Crescent Road, M8 5UF; Mondays 10am to 1pm

The Hive, Plant Hill Road, M9 6NP; Wednesdays, 10am to 1pm.

Wythenshawe, Forum Library, M22 5RX: Mondays; 10am to 1pm.

Withington Library, Wilmslow Road, M20 3BD, Tuesdays; 10 to 1pm.

Fallowfield, The Place, Platt Lane, M14 7FB, Thursdays; 10am to 1pm.

Trinity House, Rusholme, Grove CL, M14 5AA, Thursdays; 10am to 1pm.

Longsight Library, 519 Stockport Road, M12 4NE, Tuesdays 10am to 1pm and Thursdays 10am to 1pm.

Town Hall Customer Service Centre, M60 2LA. Monday to Friday 9.30 to 2pm.

Central Library, St Peters Square, M2 5PD, Fridays; 10am to 1pm.

Other ways to contact us Call our adviceline on 03444 111 222 Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 5pm Wednesdays: 10am to 5.30pm. Visit our website for Self Help information or the different ways you can get in touch with us: www.citizensadvicemcr.org.uk to contact us via: - Messenger - Webchat - Skype - WhatsApp Central Library, St Peters Square, M2 5PD, Fridays; 10am to 1pm.

Useful numbers/Links:

Crisis Line Contact Number: 0161 271 0450

African & Caribbean Mental Health Service 0161 226 9562 They offer a range of services to African and Caribbean people with mental health problems aged 16 and over

Irish Community Care 0161 205 9105 www.irishcommunitycare.com Offer a specialist mental health service for the irish and irish traveler community in Manchester. Neesa Well Women Project 0161 740 2995 Provide a range of health and wellbeing activities from their Cheetham Hill base for south Asian women including a mental health group.

LGBT Foundation 0345 3303030 Offer a variety of services to the LGBT community of Manchester. Includes a helpline and counselling service. The LGBT offer a wellbeing clinic to improve the mental wellbeing of the LGBT community. Midas Family Support Contact Tracy on 07864653969 or [email protected]

Ring and Ride Kay St, Manchester, M11 2DX. Registration and general enquiries: Tel: 0845 688 4933 Booking a journey: 0845 688 4933

Samaritans – Calling Samaritans is now free of charge from a landline or mobile. Their new number is: 116 123 (24 hours every day) www.samaritans.org

SANEline – 0300 304 7000 (6 -11pm every day) www.sane.org.uk A specialist mental health helpline that is now a local-rate, 0300 number. Calling the helpline costs no more than calls to geographic (01 and 02) numbers from a landline, and is included in inclusive and free minutes on mobiles.

SANE also offers ‘Textcare’ – a way of providing emotional support and connection for anyone affected by mental illness, including families, friends and carers. • A regular time when you may feel lonely or isolated, for example at weekends or when other services or support are not available. • A specific time when you would like some extra support, for example before attending an appointment. The service provides one text per week for five weeks. If you would like to continue the support beyond this time, simply re-submit the form below. Textcare is a one-way service, so you will not be able to respond directly to the text messages received.

This is NOT a crisis service. If you need support in a crisis, please refer to their crisis page

Ring NHS 111 by 46ialing 111

Moodswings – 0161 832 3736 Helpline from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday www.moodswings.org.uk

Crisis Point – 0161 225 9500 http://www.turning-point.co.uk/crisis-point.aspx

Harpurhey Depression Group North City Library, Rochdale Rd, Harpurhey, M9 4AF tel: 0161 226 3871 Meet every Thursday 1-3pm.

Manchester Mind – 0161 769 5732 or email at [email protected] www.manchestermind.org

CASS ANY AGE Women’s Self Injury Helpline 0808 800 8088 www.selfinjurysupport.org.uk

No Secrets – supporting those affected by self-injury www.no-secrets.org.uk

The Sanctuary – 0300 003 7029 (phone 24hrs a day 7 days a week. Open doors 8pm-6am) www.selfhelpservices.org.uk/sanctuary

If you already have contact with mental health services: • Contact your local Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) • Contact your crisis team if you have one.

Self Help Services 0161 226 3871 www.selfhelpservices.org.uk [email protected] (lists workshops/groups and drop-ins)

Mental Health in Manchester (resource website) www.mhim.org.uk

Carers UK Tel: 0808 808 7777

Carers Direct Tel: 0808 802 0202

Manchester Carer’s Forum Tel: 0161 819 2226

Connect Support – Carer support Group. Also offers volunteer scheme, Consultation, Education and Training. Benchill Community Centre, Benchill Rd, Manchester, M22 8EJ Tel: 0161 945 5044 www.connectsupport.org.uk

Smithys Bereavement Group Conran Medical Centre, 77 Church Lane, Harpurhey, M9 5BH, Contact Wendy Smith on 07482543189

ACT Peer Recovery Are you, or is someone you know struggling woth addiction to drugs or acohol and looking for help? C.G L. 20 Piercy St, Phoenix Mills, M4 7HY Tel: 0161 226 5526 and 43a Carnarvon St, Cheetham Hill, M3 1EZ Tel: 0161 214 0770.

Notice Board-What’s On Now.

National Lottery Community Fund

The National Lottery Community Fund has today revealed that it will be making a special £7.5 million pot of funding available to mark The National Lottery’s 25th birthday.

CONTACTS: JASON HILL, 07837 254 422 OR NICOLE HOPE: 0161 2614642

The CelebrateNationalLottery25 funding will support activity designed to bring people and communities together all over the UK. Up to £2 million will be made available this year in small grants of up to £1,000. The remainder will be released to the sector through the Fund’s National Lottery Awards for All programme.

It will be open to applications in November. To find out more visit www.TNLCommunityFund.org.uk

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Please be aware we cannot always include all information received. The Community Inclusion Service workers are now based in the local Community Mental Health Teams and along with producing the monthly newsletter continue to provide a range of flexible one-to-one support, peer support, and short courses: a clear support plan via realistic goal setting around *Managing mental health *Developing confidence/independence *Community inclusion *Relationships and support networks *Work readiness *Physical wellbeing

This list is not exhaustive but provides a snapshot of activities in your local area. We are unable to provide information on the quality of individual services. Kind Regards. The Community Inclusion Service