Bluesci Support Trafford

01/09/2025

World Su***de Prevention Day is fast approaching…

Su***de is a major public health problem with far-reaching social, emotional and economic consequences. It is estimated that there are currently more than 720,000 su***des per year worldwide, and we know that each su***de profoundly affects many more people. Su***de remains a critical global issue, affecting individuals and communities worldwide.

Changing the narrative on su***de aims to inspire individuals, communities, organisations, and governments to engage in open and honest discussions about su***de and suicidal behaviour. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of understanding and support.

We will be posting resources and information on the day, and there will be a range of activities and events occurring across Trafford during the Month of Hope.

28/08/2025

🧘‍♀️Free Yoga Sessions in Partington! 🧘‍♂️

The Yoga 4Health Yoga on Prescription
10-week programme supports NHS patients to gain self-care skills by learning yoga breathing, relaxation and mindfulness techniques. No prior experience is needed, and the gentle stretching and strengthening yoga postures can be done in a chair or on a yoga mat.

What will the classes involve?

Each of the ten two-hour sessions are led by an expert Yoga 4Health teacher and include:
• Breathing practices
• Simple yoga postures
• Meditation and mindfulness
• Relaxation
• Group discussion

The Yoga4Health evidence-based programme was commissioned by the NHS and created by the Yoga in Healthcare Alliance. It fuses the wisdom of ancient practices with modern medical science. The programme’s benefits have been validated by Westminster University.
Yoga4Health classes are inclusive and secular and do not promote any religious position.

🗓️There is a ten week course starting at Partington Library & Wellbeing Centre on the 17th September 2025 (10am-12pm).

📝 To sign up, contact Jane Bartholemew at janebartholemewyoga4health@gmail.com or 07519 642684

05/08/2025

Wanting to connect with your community? Join the team in Partington! 🤩

We’re looking for people to become Digital Champions & help Partington residents with their online skills for a couple of hours a week 💻

No digital expertise required, just basic skills & a friendly face 😊

More info & how to apply is up on our volunteer page - https://bluesci.org.uk/volunteer-2/

01/08/2025

🩺 Early detection saves lives!

📣 Men aged 64‑plus in Greater Manchester & East Cheshire

🗓️ Book your Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening today! Call the AAA screening programme at 0161 291 5716

31/07/2025

Bluesci Stop Smoking team are running a gentle wellbeing walk for anybody interested in stopping or reducing smoking! 🌳🫁

We support people who are experiencing low mental health to cut down on smoking & the walk is a perfect way to learn more about the service, get support & refer in 😀🙌

21/07/2025

A while back, we were visited by a film crew who were making a film for Greater Manchester Combined Authority, about Greater Manchester’s Strategy. The end result captures conversations with people from across the 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester about their reflections, hopes for the future and living a good life.

It was a pleasure to be part of this project representing Trafford and you may recognise a couple of faces and places!

For more information about the strategy, visit https://togetherwearegm.co.uk

https://youtu.be/m3Iu3smH2Io

People from across the city-region reflect on what the Greater Manchester Strategy’s vision meant to them. We commissioned Wigan based Northern Heart Films t...

25/06/2025

💭CREATIVE WRITING 💭

Join us at Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre for our new Wellbeing Writing Group ✍️ No experience required, the workshops are ran by skilled writers who are there to support you! 📚 Refreshments provided ☕️

⏰ Every Wednesday 2-4pm
📍Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre

12/06/2025

Out Of Hours Mental Health Support for Trafford residents 🌙

If you struggle in the evenings or are experiencing a mental health crisis, our Bluesci at Night team can support you. We offer on the moment support, can link you into further support in your community and also offer several groups. 🎨

Open every night of the year between 5.30pm and 12.30am, we can support you via telephone or in person at our centre on Seymour Grove, Old Trafford. You just need to call/text ahead to arrange a visit or support. 📆

Call/text: 07933882743 📱

04/06/2025

Centre Update (Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre): Recently we have had some issues with parking at the centre as the carpark is small and there is only one disabled parking space. However people are also parking on the double yellow lines on the sides of the carpark, making it unsafe for people to get in and out of designated parking spaces. This has unfortunately resulted in a number of cars being scratched.

We would ask that:
1. If you are able to use public transport to get to the centre, you do so.
2. Unless you have a medical and/or mobility need requiring you to park near to venues, you consider the local street parking (for instance Lime Grove)
3. Do not use the disabled parking space unless you have a Blue Badge you can display.
4. Do not park on the double yellow lines round the outside of the carpark, unless you have a Blue Badge on display.

Thank you for your consideration.

29/05/2025

Volunteering Opportunity - Talking Therapy Trainees

We have just opened our summer recruitment for those looking for a talking therapy placement. We have positions available across three of our services for trainee Counsellors and Cognitive Behavioural Therapists.

For more information or to apply please visit: https://bluesci.org.uk/volunteer-2/

12/05/2025

Have you accessed a mental health crisis alternative? Or has someone that you look after accessed one?

e.g. a Crisis Cafe, Crisis Hub Centre, Listening Lounge?

Gaddum are gathering the experiences of Greater Manchester residents who have accessed these services to influence positive changes and development.

Fill in the survey: https://tinyurl.com/5n8huah9 about your experiences, views and opinions. Your survey answers will help Gaddum charity to represent your views to the Integrated Care Board (ICB) on crisis provision.

Let’s work together so crisis alternatives are accessible, suitable and meet people’s needs.

Health
Crisis Alternatives

12/05/2025

Join us in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week by joining an activity in one of our centres. Research shows that being connected with your community is important in maintaining good mental health. It is because of this that we have a number of groups and activities in our centres you can get involved in.

Visit your local Bluesci centre this week or check out our website to get a What’s On guide.