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Gaddum

Hi, we're Gaddum. We are a mental health and carers charity for Greater Manchester. Registered charity no.507162 Hi, I’m Gaddum.

I’m a charity offering advocacy, carer support, mental health, counselling and therapy services to Manchester. For nearly 200 years, I’ve been a voice for people struggling to have theirs heard, a shoulder to cry on for those shouldering a burden and a helping hand for anyone helping others to cope. I believe supporting individuals has a ripple effect on the whole community, ultimately building be

tter futures all round. Everyone’s circumstances are unique, but whatever situation you find yourself in, I’m here to listen.

03/09/2026

Next Monday, 7th September, is the start of our free 2-day peer support workshop on Managing Relationships - and we'd love to see you there 😊

The workshop, which is set over two dates (7th & 14th September), is ideal for all Peer Workers in Greater Manchester, whether you are new or experienced in your role.

Over the two days, we will explore:

- practical tips on how to effectively lead peer support groups

- strategies for dealing with common challenges faced in peer support groups

- insightful discussions and interactive activities to help enhance your skills

Both sessions will be taking place online.

For full details and to book your place, head to our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1996225597499?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/09/2026

We were delighted to attend Signpost for Carers' 40th birthday celebrations last night 🥳

Signpost for Carers provide support for carers aged 6 to 96 in Stockport, including respite breaks, benefits and financial advice, counselling and more.

We were joined by Stockport Mayor, Cllr Mark Hunter, as well as Signpost staff, board members, volunteers and carers, who enjoyed a raffle, a delicious dinner and entertainment from Signpost's carers singing group.

A lovely evening supporting a great partner organisation! 🎈

02/09/2026

We had a fantastic day out at Gulliver's Theme Park Resorts with young carers last week - what a great way to end the summer holidays! 🎢

We look forward to hosting more fun events for young carers in Salford in the coming months 😊

01/09/2026

Share your experiences of being an unpaid carer with the media & have your voice heard! 📢

Following recent national discussions about social care reform and the work of the Casey Commission, the independent review examining the future of adult social care in England, you're invited to share your caring experiences to:

✅ raise awareness
✅ further understanding of the challenges and contributions of unpaid carers
✅ share your views about future policy changes you'd like to see
✅ share your experiences of support you've accessed and how this has helped you in your caring role

📌 Where & when:

Ordsall Hall
Thursday 24th September
10am - 12pm
Drinks and snacks provided
Pottery or model painting activity (optional - if you're feeling creative!)

📌Who can apply

This event is open to all carers in Salford and Manchester, including parent carers, current carers and former carers (providing you have cared for someone in the past 5 years)

We'd particularly love to hear from people within the LGBTQ+ community and those from the Global Majority (people who identify as Black, Asian, Brown or have dual-heritage), who are typically under-represented in the media.

As spaces are limited, a small group will be shortlisted for this opportunity.

📌 How to apply
Please complete the Expression of Interest form by Monday 7th September: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XoJ1QUfAqEy-_yg1H8pgjVBQtLAtDiVHlBYFZp6rWHlUOFEySkVPUEo4VDBOTVM2RTlPS0RIMUVEQS4u

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email: [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

27/08/2026

What can you expect from a Psychosexual Therapy session (also known as ‘sex therapy’) at Gaddum?

Therapist Lucy explains all ☺️

You can find out more about this service on our website, or search online for ‘Gaddum Psychosexual Therapy’

25/08/2026

Our next Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) course begins on Monday 5th October - and we'd love for you to join us. Here are the details:

🩷 What is MBCT?

MBCT is an evidence-based therapy recommended by the NHS as an effective treatment for depression and anxiety.

Mindfulness is a particular way of paying attention to the present moment that helps to bring awareness and acceptance to things as they are.

Cognitive behavioural therapy is an evidence-based treatment for depression and anxiety. Its aim is to help us notice and understand the links between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviour.

MBCT combines these two powerful approaches and is a great way to get to know the patterns of your mind and learn to work with them in a different way.

🩷 What does the course entail?

Through this free 8-week course, you will learn and practise simple meditations and activities to help you:

- Bring awareness to thoughts, feelings, sensations, and impulses

- Gain a greater appreciation of the present moment

- Help you to respond more wisely to difficult and stressful situations

- Be kinder to yourself

🩷 Who can participate?

Participants must be registered with a GP under Manchester City Council and/or have a home address within this geographical area. Booking does not automatically enrol you onto the course; you will need to have an initial telephone appointment to confirm suitability.

🩷 How to book

To find out more and to register your interest, head to our website: https://www.gaddum.org.uk/mbct/

24/08/2026

One in seven people in the UK workforce is balancing paid work with unpaid caring responsibilities (Source: Carers UK), yet many carers don’t know they have workplace rights.

In this video, Paul, who cares for his mum, explains he didn’t realise he could ask his employer for support, until his boss pointed out his

These include:

✅ Up to one week of unpaid Carer’s Leave each year, available from day one of employment

✅ The right to request flexible working

✅ Time off for caring emergencies

✅ Protection of your employment rights whilst taking Carer’s Leave

If you’d like to find out more about your rights as an unpaid carer and support available from your employer, get in touch:

Email: [email protected]
Call: 0161 834 6069

24/08/2026

Thank you to Silvertime Legal for hosting an informative workshop on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) for Salford carers - we gained some really useful insight and practical information 😊

If the person you care for could one day need support making decisions, a Lasting Power of Attorney can help ensure their wishes are protected.

Silvertime Legal will be hosting another LPA session on Monday 16th November for Carers Rights Day.

If you'd like to attend, please email: [email protected]

20/08/2026

If you or a young person in Manchester is looking for support with education costs, such as:

- Textbooks
- IT equipment
- School uniforms
- Musical instruments
- School trips

The Mynshull's Educational Fund could help 😊

We're proud to administer the trust fund for the Mynshull's Educational Fund, which provides grants to help young people in Manchester access education.

Grants are available to young people up to age 30 who live or study in the City of Manchester or its immediate surroundings.

To find out more and complete an application form, head to our website: https://www.gaddum.org.uk/grants/

19/08/2026

Meet Lucy 👋 a Psychosexual Therapist here at Gaddum ☺️

We caught up with Lucy to find out more about her role and ask about what Psyschosexual Therapy, more commonly known as ‘sex therapy’, is all about.

Part 2 to follow 👀

You can find out more about this service on our website, or search online for ‘Gaddum Psychosexual Therapy’

Address

C/o St Wilfrid's Enterprise Centre, Royce Road
Manchester
M155BJ

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441618346069

Website

http://www.gaddum.org.uk/

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