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Get ready to vote! Register by Tuesday 18th June

Get ready to vote! Register by Tuesday 18th June


The General Election is taking place on Thursday 4th July. We want to encourage our staff and the people we support to use their vote and have their say about how our country is run. We strongly encourage all of our staff to make sure they are registered to vote,…

Kizzy’s Blog – Let’s Talk about Black Maternal Health Disparities


Kizzy Green, our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead Officer has written about her experience around the topic of Black maternal health disparities and what we can do to make a difference. Pregnancy and childbirth- what a beautiful miracle! Yet, the stark reality of Black maternal health disparities loom over many…

Community News #14

Community News #14


Welcome to the Creative Support Community News! Here you can enjoy the latest good news stories we have shared on socials each week. Do you have a good news story you would like to share? Email us at communications@creativesupport.co.uk!      Creative Together’s ‘Magickal’ Exhibition   With hand-painted decorative lanterns…

Anna’s Blog – Domestic Violence and Mental Health


1.2 million women in the UK report experiencing domestic violence each year according to the Office for National Statistics, although the real figures are likely to be much higher. According to research, women experiencing domestic abuse are more likely to experience mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and…

Creative Together’s ‘Magickal’ Exhibition

Creative Together’s ‘Magickal’ Exhibition


Last Friday, Creative Together held their ‘Making Magick’ art exhibition, showcasing tarot-inspired and dragon-themed artwork. With hand-painted decorative lanterns on the ceiling and a showstopping wall-to-floor length mural of two fierce dragons, the room was bursting with creativity. There were plenty of opportunities to get stuck in and create something…

Creative Stars – April

Creative Stars – April


Congratulations to our latest round of Creative Stars winners! Our service user awards celebrate the people who shine brightly and do wonderful things for each other. We have four exciting category winners, who will receive a badge, £30 Love2Shop voucher and a certificate. Congratulations to this month’s round of winners:…

Global Volunteer Day 2024

Global Volunteer Day 2024


For Global Impact Day on 15th May, volunteers from Fanatics Inc. renovated the garden at one of our mental health services in Longsight, Greater Manchester. Fanatics is a global digital sports platform. In 2022, Fanatics introduced Global Volunteer Day, an annual day where employees volunteer to make a lasting impact…

Community News #13

Community News #13


Welcome to the Creative Support Community News! Here you can enjoy the latest good news stories we have shared on socials each week. Do you have a good news story you would like to share? Email us at communications@creativesupport.co.uk!      Philip Proud to Achieve Long-Term Goal   Philip in…

What is Mindfulness?

What is Mindfulness?


Our minds often get carried away in thought, worrying about the past or future. Mindfulness is the practice of returning again and again to the present moment. Research shows that when you train your brain to be mindful, you’re actually changing its structure. Mindfulness can help you become a better…

Community News #12

Community News #12


Welcome to the Creative Support Community News! Here you can enjoy the latest good news stories we have shared on socials each week. Do you have a good news story you would like to share? Email us at communications@creativesupport.co.uk!      Melanie's Birthday Wish   Melanie’s birthday wish came true…