Embrace Wigan and Leigh

Embrace Wigan and Leigh We are a user led organisation, over 75% of our management committee is made up of people and families of people with disabilities.

We offer support, advocacy, advice and information (among others) to make sure people live a life as inclusive and meaningful as possible. We believe everyone has a right to live the life they choose and not to become isolated just because they are different.

Many thanks to  and participants of their “Roots to Wellbeing” course who helped by cleaning the sensory rooms, cafe and...
23/03/2026

Many thanks to and participants of their “Roots to Wellbeing” course who helped by cleaning the sensory rooms, cafe and community allotment
We very much appreciate this 🌟

Images show the group working in the community allotment

🌟This week Emma attended an excellent session run by  and Adrian Ashton about developing long term visions 🌟Wigan Boroug...
19/03/2026

🌟This week Emma attended an excellent session run by and Adrian Ashton about developing long term visions 🌟Wigan Borough Community First

Our Tuesday evening Adventure Group had a great St Patrick’s night making potato farls and Irish stew ☘️🇮🇪
18/03/2026

Our Tuesday evening Adventure Group had a great St Patrick’s night making potato farls and Irish stew ☘️🇮🇪

🌟 Fantastic news from our Kinship Carers Circle! 🌟One of the groups we’re proud to support at Mornington Road Family Hub...
17/03/2026

🌟 Fantastic news from our Kinship Carers Circle! 🌟
One of the groups we’re proud to support at Mornington Road Family Hub — the Kinship Carers Circle, established by Andy and June — has been recognised for the incredible difference they make to local families.
This group offers a vital space for kinship carers to connect, share experiences, and support one another — and it’s clear just how valued that support is.
We were absolutely delighted to hear they had been nominated for an award… but even more thrilled to learn they won! 🎉
👏 The group has received the ‘United Together for Children’ Award from Wigan Council — a well-deserved recognition of their dedication, compassion, and community spirit.
A huge congratulations to everyone involved — Andy, June, Paula (pictured) and all the carers who make this group so special. 💙

So grateful to Louise and Jo from the Family Hub for the nomination. Family Hub at Mornington Road

Really helpful tips here for parents 👇 why not check out the page
16/03/2026

Really helpful tips here for parents 👇 why not check out the page

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone celebrating today ❤️We also recognise that this day can be difficult for many, those miss...
15/03/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone celebrating today ❤️

We also recognise that this day can be difficult for many, those missing their mums, navigating complicated relationships, or longing to be a mother

Whatever today means for you, please be gentle with yourself and know that your feelings are valid ❤️

Are you looking for a rewarding role ? We are advertising jobs of various hours with people of all ages from right acros...
14/03/2026

Are you looking for a rewarding role ? We are advertising jobs of various hours with people of all ages from right across the borough
Can’t see a vacancy that suits you ? Roles are added on a regular basis, so keep an eye out by following the link

https://www.embracewiganandleigh.org.uk/category/pa_advert/

Great night at our Adventure Group ❤️
13/03/2026

Great night at our Adventure Group ❤️

Are you looking for help to gain skills and experience to help you get into volunteering or work?Maybe you face barriers...
12/03/2026

Are you looking for help to gain skills and experience to help you get into volunteering or work?
Maybe you face barriers to work because of being Deaf, disabled or neurodivergent?
We can help! Refer yourself to our employment support project here

https://www.embracewiganandleigh.org.uk/employment-and-skills/

The only criteria is that you live in Wigan Borough and are 18 or over.
Our support is focused on removing barriers, helping you to understand and get reasonable adjustments and peer support.

Pictured Kaiden a Pathways to Purpose participant
Image description
1 Kaiden smiles with thumbs up to the camera in a working kitchen
2 Kaiden is cooking
3 Kaiden serves hot drinks
4 Kaiden stirs a pan with Dane looking on

We were delighted to attend the Community Recruitment at  today The second of these events will be held on Thursday 19th...
11/03/2026

We were delighted to attend the Community Recruitment at today

The second of these events will be held on
Thursday 19th March
10.30am-1pm/ 3pm/6pm ( Quiet Hour - 9.30am - 10.30am)
Progress with Unity Stadium, Way., WN7 4JY

Hope to see you there

Sharing on behalf of  Wigan Parent Carer Forum 📢💕Have your say on the SEND White paper📢💕Please join Wigan Parent Carer F...
10/03/2026

Sharing on behalf of Wigan Parent Carer Forum

📢💕Have your say on the SEND White paper📢💕

Please join Wigan Parent Carer Forum at their Afternoon Tea and discussion around the SEND white paper. As this is in a consultation period, they would love to gain valuable feedback from Parent carers (read more about the white paper by following the link in our bio )

You will be joined by Kellie Williams, Service Lead for SEND from Wigan Council and SENDIASS (Special educational needs and disabilities information advice and support service).

Book your place here-https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/afternoon-tea-and-send-white-paper-discussion-tickets-1984872143011?aff=oddtdtcreator

📆17th March
🕥12-2.30pm
📍Ashland House, Dobson Park Way,WN22DX

Address

81 Ribble Road
Wigan
WN25EG

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441942233323

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