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.

24/10/2025

Getting ready for our Open Mic next week, Carpool Karoke Style. Join us, next Saturday from 1pm.

Over the past few months, we’ve been working directly with children and young people from across the borough — speaking ...
23/10/2025

Over the past few months, we’ve been working directly with children and young people from across the borough — speaking to over 100 young people and running focus groups to better understand their priorities, experiences, and what “good support” should look like.

We focused on:
✅ Improving our own services
✅ Health provision for neurodivergent young people
✅ Views on education (coming soon!)

We’re delighted to share the first part of this work — Young People’s Voices: Health 👇
https://www.embracewiganandleigh.org.uk/2025/10/23/young-persons-survey-2025/

Our education report will follow next month.

But more important than the report itself… was how young people felt during the process. One participant told us:

“I liked having a voice and having adults listening to me. I liked that all adults were neurodivergent too and got us. I would go to more sessions or stuff like this. Things that will help me and other kids.”

Young people know what they need. Our job is to listen — and act. 💬💡

On Saturday, November 1st, we are excited to host our upcoming Open Mic event. It will kick off at 1 PM and wrap up by 4...
22/10/2025

On Saturday, November 1st, we are excited to host our upcoming Open Mic event. It will kick off at 1 PM and wrap up by 4 PM. Feel free to drop by to perform a few songs or showcase your musical instrument skills. Alternatively, you're more than welcome to simply come and enjoy the performances. This gathering will be held at our community café in Platt Bridge, WN2 5EG. We look forward to seeing you there!

On Wednesday, November 12th, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, you're invited to an afternoon filled with live music! Connor wil...
21/10/2025

On Wednesday, November 12th, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, you're invited to an afternoon filled with live music! Connor will be giving a performance as Elvis, and we'll be serving hotpot. All of this is available for just £5! If you're interested in joining us, please reserve your spot here: https://forms.office.com/e/p92Z4cAVye

At Hidden Gem Cafe. 81 Ribble Road, WN2 5EG.

18/10/2025
On Saturday, November 1st, we will be hosting our upcoming Open Mic event. It will kick off at 1 PM and continue until 4...
16/10/2025

On Saturday, November 1st, we will be hosting our upcoming Open Mic event. It will kick off at 1 PM and continue until 4 PM. Feel free to drop by and perform a few songs or play an instrument. Alternatively, you're more than welcome to simply come and enjoy the performances. The gathering will be held at our community café in Platt Bridge, WN2 5EG. We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you starting to feel the Christmas spirit? If not, this might help! Join us on November 16th from 11am for our Chris...
15/10/2025

Are you starting to feel the Christmas spirit? If not, this might help! Join us on November 16th from 11am for our Christmas Wreath Workshop. By the end of the session, you'll have crafted a wreath of professional caliber to display on your door this holiday season. An expert florist with over two decades of experience will guide the session, and afternoon tea will be provided. All of this is available for just £30, with proceeds supporting our charitable activities throughout the borough.

To book, follow this link: https://forms.office.com/e/mu0z8RRGYG

Come along and find out more about the Personal Assistant roles we have available. We are at the Building Connections Ca...
15/10/2025

Come along and find out more about the Personal Assistant roles we have available. We are at the Building Connections Career Fair at from 11am to 2pm today at Wigan Youth Zone

Unfortunately, due to staff sickness our cafe is closed today.
14/10/2025

Unfortunately, due to staff sickness our cafe is closed today.

Lovely afternoon at Winstanley Primary School Coffee morning Friday. It was great to deliver alongside our colleagues fr...
13/10/2025

Lovely afternoon at Winstanley Primary School Coffee morning Friday. It was great to deliver alongside our colleagues from and

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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