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Sustainability Newsletter- now available!

Sustainability Newsletter- now available!


Being kind to our planet has never been more important, and to help empower you to make changes and be a part of the solution, we are happy to announce our Sustainability Newsletter! Inside you'll find lots of interesting information about everything from climate change to everyday sustainability tips and tricks,…

CAHN Black History Month Gala

CAHN Black History Month Gala


We were so delighted to sponsor some of our staff and service users in Manchester to attend the Caribbean and African Health Network's Black History Month Gala, at the stunning Hilton Hotel. The event had a lavish three course meal, entertainment, and fundraiser, celebrating the work that CAHN do to…

Ash’s Super Superhero Session!

Ash’s Super Superhero Session!


Today the incredible artist Ash, a person we support London, held a super superhero session to help people design their own Black superhero! The event was kicked off by an ice breaker and introduction from Ash. “I am an aspiring character artist and would like to one day own my…

Kizzy’s Blog- Finding Family


Reception Manager Kizzy has gratefully shared the story of her personal hero- her inspirational mum- in her blog for Black History Month. Her mum went through a decade long journey to find her family, experiencing many challenges along the way which many Black and mixed-race families face while tracing their…

Welcome to Black History Month!

Welcome to Black History Month!


October marks Black History Month. and we have a whole host of ways you can get involved this year, including two fun new competitions. From superheroes to recipes, to carnivals and your favourite films and songs, we can't wait to hear from you! Send any entries or stories over to…

Financial Health Tips 💸

Financial Health Tips 💸


We talk a lot about mental and physical health, but have you ever thought about your financial health? Having good financial health means budgeting, saving and looking after your money. The Internal Audits Team are launching the Financial Health Awareness campaign for the people we support who look after their…

Statement in Light of Abuses Uncovered by Panorama at Edenfield


We were horrified to hear of the shocking human rights abuses revealed by Panorama at the NHS Edenfield Centre in Prestwich, Greater Manchester. The BBC investigation showed that in-patients at Edenfield were subjected to brutal and unnecessary restraint, kept in prolonged seclusion, deprived of stimulation and harassed with psychological, emotional…

Black History Month: Share Your Recipes!

Black History Month: Share Your Recipes!


Do you or your family have a special recipe? is it a favourite weeknight dinner, something you have on special occasions, or a recipe that celebrates your African or Caribbean heritage? We think it’s really important to celebrate Black History all year round, not just in October, so today we're…

The Big Event at Creative Together

The Big Event at Creative Together


Over the weekend, we had ‘The Big Event’ at our Creative Together centre in Manchester, celebrating all of the members and the amazing work they do at the centre. Centre co-ordinators Zoe and Claire worked so hard to make it a jam-packed day of entertainment, including karaoke, open mic, poetry,…

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II


It is with great sadness that we learn of Our Majesty the Queen’s passing on 8th September, 2022. As our longest-serving monarch, and the second-longest reigning monarch in history, we had the pleasure of being able to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee this year. Elizabeth II has been a constant in…