Fix Up Academy

09/10/2025

OH BROTHER! HOUSEMATES FROM HELL RENDER YOUNG PEOPLE HOMELESS
Communal living isn’t just confined to the house – as more and more young people cohabit in a bid to save costs.
But irritating housemates can cause ructions with the serious consequence being - . Go to
https://lnkd.in/e3vAeGBb
The collapse of friendships and familial relationships is something that we see every day in young men’s lives and we are doing all we can to build bridges.
Professionals experienced in would be an enormous help to our good cause.
If that’s you, and you can spare a few hours to , please message us.

01/10/2025

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY ON THE WAY – The focus of this year’s global event on wellbeing is access to help.
And in the UK, this is a particularly poignant issue, given that one-third of young people believe they will need support with their mental health.
Tragic then, that youngsters are on such long waiting lists for the treatment they clearly need.
We are continuing to try and source the professionals who can aid those dealing with everything from depression to addiction counselling.
Contact us if you can help and

25/09/2025

THE AUTISM CONNUNDRUM
First it was the impact of the MMR jab – which later resulted in the striking-off of the doctor who claimed it caused autism.
Now has made links between the condition and women taking during pregnancy - https://lnkd.in/enrnH9-G
What cannot be questioned is the amount of people living with who find it hard to relate to others and therefore difficult to progress into work.
In fact, figures suggest just a fifth are in full-time employment. There are also far too many people in our prisons who are – often with undiagnosed , and autism.
Fix-Up wants to change that situation and is backing initiatives such as the new Neurodiversity Youth Hub.
Whatever the cause, we believe that autism should not be a barrier and that given a few adjustments – especially in the workplace – people with the condition can achieve.
Interested in helping us? Drop us a line and

25/09/2025

WHY YOUR BROOD WON’T LEAVE THE NEST
Over 95% of young people cannot afford deposits and mortgage payments meaning an increasing number stay at home with their parents.
So says a new survey which uses Office for General Statistics and house prices data alongside a study of 2,000 adults who are living with their parents, to help understand why. Visit https://lnkd.in/euDQK3qi
This is an awful situation. But at least these young people have someone to turn to. So many of those in touch with Fix-Up have either been sofa-surfing (living with friends), in care, or on the streets.
A roof over your head is a basic human right and we are doing all we can to support those who are and/or rough sleeping.
Can you help us? If so, drop us a line and

https://www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq65m95gqdjo.amp

23/09/2025

HONOURING THE HITMAN
As an organisation working within on men’s , we offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Ricky Hatton.
Whilst his boxing prowess is worth saluting, the Hitman’s candour about the issues he faced was so refreshing and has inspired other men to open up and seek help from the likes of ourselves.
Certainly, his documentary “Hatton” is well worth a watch, though we suspect many will now find it even more powerful and heartbreaking.
Rest easy, champ.

15/09/2025

Prisoners' Sunday 2025

Prisoners’ Sunday is a day of National Prayer for Prisoners, their families and children. In this jubilee year, we have the opportunity to remember those impacted by the criminal justice system on Sunday 12 October 2025.

Pope Francis started this year of hope by opening five jubilee doors. The second was opened at Rebibbia Prison in Rome, where Pope Francis reminded us that we each can be prisoners in our own way. He spoke to the prisoners about the need to have hope in their hearts and not leave them closed.

Throughout Pope Francis’ papacy, he reminded us of God’s love and mercy, and he showed this by visiting those in Rebibbia Prison and washing the feet of prisoners. This Prisoners’ Sunday, we remember this legacy of Pope Francis and his reminder of Jesus’s words, “I was in prison, and you came to visit me”.

When Jesus speaks of visiting Him in prison, He is asking for us to spend time remembering those in prison and to not outcast them because of what they have done. In each of our churches, there will be someone who has first-hand experience of the criminal justice system. We can make them feel welcome. This Prisoners’ Sunday, we can think about how we can put our faith into action.

What is Prisoners' Sunday?

Prisoners’ Sunday is an opportunity to consider how we, as individuals, as a Church, and as communities, are serving our brothers and sisters affected by imprisonment.

Our prisons are in crisis. There are record numbers of people behind bars. Inspectors regularly report instances of vermin, violence, self-harm and people languishing in cells with nothing to do. At the same time, too many people are released with no home, no job, no family and no hope.

The ripple effects of this crisis are felt well beyond the prison walls. The lives of hundreds of thousands of families and children are affected as they, too, serve a hidden sentence. Having a mother, father, husband or wife in prison can have a devastating impact – more than half of families tell us they are struggling to afford the basics for themselves and their children.

This year, Prisoners' Sunday takes place on 12 October, but you can mark the occasion on a day that suits your parish calendar. Your support will help women and men in prison and their families to make a fresh start.
To donate to Fix Up Academy email
Info@fixupacdemy.co.uk

15/09/2025

BLOWING THE TRUMPET FOR NORTH MANCHESTER
Did you know that we conduct our good cause from an area famed for its brass band?
Besses o’ the Barn is the curious name of our neighbourhood and often draws remarks from passengers on the service since there is a stop there.
It is a mix of affluence and disadvantage as most of the North region is. We also have a rich mix of cultures.
Fix-Up is looking for support in that area and has been in touch with local Councillor Lucy Smith about the possibility of using a recently abandoned building to help veterans, the and young men with conditions.
If you are in the area and can help us, please message.
Meanwhile, take a listen to the Besses Band in their heyday, when coal mining at nearby Agecroft kept so many in work.
Tune in at
https://lnkd.in/egbfYe7c

04/09/2025

WANTED: PEOPLE WHO LOOK DOWN IN THE MOUTH
A dental service for has made us think about what the profession might do more, to help those experiencing disadvantage.
Transitioning from life in the forces back into the every day can be challenging, and the Veterans Regroup Project in has been running a scheme for ex-service personnel to gain easier access to the https://lnkd.in/eWavwp6p
The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory has also helped people such as David (not his real name) who following years of and addiction gained work and a place to live. He told us the single biggest boost to his confidence was the repair of years of neglect to his teeth!
As well as affecting self-worth, dental pain can be a significant issue, and we should remember that Zahid Chauhan OBE,FRCGP's Friendly scheme formed their after hearing that a rough sleeper removed his own teeth – with pliers.
Fix-Up is therefore happy to hear from anyone working in who is prepared to offer a helping hand to those in need. Please drop us a line and

https://www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1dxw35egl6o.amp

03/09/2025

ADDICTION – MORAL FAILING OR MEDICAL BLIGHT?
A fascinating piece in a science journal has asked us all to rewrite the narrative and realise, “addiction is not a moral failing. It is a complex brain disease, and understanding it as such is crucial to saving lives.” https://lnkd.in/ejqh2SXY
Dr Roger Starner Jones also argues that dependency is an individual situation and cannot be solved by a “one-size-fits-all” approach.
He also believes that stigmatising those living with addiction can have devastating effects.
Fix-Up knows that professional counselling has to be the opening gambit in solving addiction.
Can you help us? If so, drop us a line and,


https://www.bbntimes.com/science/what-most-people-get-wrong-about-addiction

Addiction isn’t a moral failure—it’s a disease. Learn how outdated beliefs delay care and how Dr. Roger Starner Jones, Jr. is redefining treatment with compassion.

03/09/2025

EVERY NINETY MINUTES, SOMEONE FALLS FOUL
During the time it takes to play a football match, someone in the UK will take their own life.
That is the stark statistic that the Samaritans are reminding us of, during the run-up to World Su***de Prevention Day (10 September).
But the campaign also states that dark thoughts can be interrupted, and difficult lives turned around – see https://lnkd.in/dXKzSSi
One of the main motivators behind us setting-up the Fix-Up Academy was to cut the alarming numbers of male su***des. This we hope to do via , positive activities and purpose.
In the run-up to the drive, we will be offering viewpoints, advice and a challenge to you all to join with us in a bid to save lives.
This September,

https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/world-su***de-prevention-day/

Every year, on 10 September, organisations around the world get together to raise awareness about su***de prevention.

02/09/2025

STEPPING UP THE FIGHT AGAINST MARCHING POWDER
Referrals for use are falling dramatically but co***ne is the new bane for addiction charities.
Experts claim the drug’s popularity “can be attributed to its addictive properties, social perceptions, and the psychological effects it produces, making it appealing in various social contexts.”
Its affordability has also ensured it is increasingly dangerous.
Counselling addicts comes down to finding root causes, whether they be or even genetic issues.
Fix-up needs support from professionals to do that, and are calling on experts in the field to join with us, so that we can truly turn some lives around.
Drop us a line if you can help and

25/08/2025

💙 “From surviving to thriving — now helping others do the same.”

I am Cheryl Hogan, lifelong entrepreneur and Director of Fix Up Academy CIC. From the age of 16, I’ve built businesses with one mission at heart: to create opportunity where others see barriers. Growing up in a minority family in a poor area, I knew I wanted different for myself, my family, and my community. That drive shaped me into a businesswoman committed to empowering others.

Through Fix Up Academy CIC, I lead a social enterprise that provides second chances through vocational training, mentoring, and career pathways. We focus on individuals often excluded from traditional education — from ex-offenders and young people at risk to those facing unemployment or discrimination. By reinvesting 80% of our surplus back into community programmes, we create a sustainable cycle of skills, confidence, and opportunity.

Beyond Fix Up, I am also the Founder of Fleek Aesthetics Academy in Manchester — a leading accredited aesthetics training provider — and Balsan & Capel, a growing menswear brand. Across every venture, my vision remains the same: to see others thrive, to champion second chances, and to build futures that break cycles of poverty and exclusion. I’m passionate about networking, collaboration, and connecting with people who share the belief that business can be a force for real change.