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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.

26/07/2025

Becoming a Personal Assistant can be a fulfilling and rewarding role. Interested to find out more ?
Follow the link in to see how to apply and to view the vacancies available this week

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

25/07/2025

Our advocates for parents with learning disabilities often work closely with professionals across health and social care. That’s why feedback like this from an NHS colleague means so much:

🗣️ *"Your advocate is fantastic! He was brilliant and so supportive of ****. I look forward to working with him again."

Thank you for recognising the impact of our team

24/07/2025

🎒 Discounted School Uniform Sales – Summer 2025 👕
A number of our partners are providing school uniforms at a significantly reduced price. You can find details of the sales below:

📍 DATES & LOCATIONS

✅ Wednesday 2nd July – Rebuild with Hope, Grand Arcade, Wigan
🕤 9:30am – 4:00pm

✅ Wednesday 16th July – Leigh Library, Turnpike Centre, Market Street, Leigh WN7 1EB
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

✅ Tuesday 22nd July – Ince Community Centre, Manchester Road, Wigan WN2 2DJ
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

✅ Wednesday 30th July – Dorset Road Community Centre, 31 Dorset Road, Atherton M46 9GJ
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

✅ Wednesday 6th August – Fur Clemt, 84 Montrose Avenue, Wigan WN5 9XN
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

✅ Wednesday 13th August – Clifton Street Community Centre, Poolstock, Wigan WN3 5HN
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

✅ Wednesday 20th August – Leigh Library, Turnpike Centre, Market Street, Leigh WN7 1EB
🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm

Please share with anyone who might benefit. Let’s make school uniform shopping affordable for all! 💙

23/07/2025

We were so proud of our band, The Embraceables, who performed at their first festival last weekend. They got an amazing review, which we'd love to share with you:

First up are local band The Embraceables, introduced by bass player Mick with a quote from Tom Petty that music “isn’t supposed to be perfect…it must come from the soul”. And the band completely embody this ethos, with three vocalists, Kieran, Dane and Tiff, giving their all and delivering emotional, soulful and committed performances, supported by Tiff and Maria on guitars and Adam behind the kit, keeping a rock steady groove alongside bassist Mick.
It's a rousing eclectic set with everything from Oasis’ “Half A World Away”, to a version of White Rabbit where guitarist Tiff puts down the guitar and takes on vocal duties. There are also brilliant versions of Knockin On Heaven’s Door, my personal favourite Bad Moon Rising and a cracking Teenage Dirtbag to end. The Embraceables really do capture the spirit and heart of SKULLFEST25, of inclusivity and fun, that music should be for everyone, and in so doing set the tone perfectly for the day, kicking the musical proceedings off in fine style.

21/07/2025

This week, our advocate Gail tell us why she loves working at Embrace:

I love my role in Care Act advocacy and parental advocacy because it allows me to stand alongside individuals and families during some of the most challenging times in their lives. Supporting people through assessments, reviews, or safeguarding concerns under the Care Act means I can help ensure their voices are heard, their rights are upheld, and their needs are genuinely understood.
Similarly, advocating for parents involved in child protection proceedings gives me the opportunity to empower them, helping them navigate complex systems . It’s deeply meaningful to be part of a process that can influence fairer, more compassionate outcomes, and I’m proud to contribute to making sure every person I support feels Respected, Informed, and Less alone.

19/07/2025

It’s great when employers and Personal Assistants are well matched and share interests and passions
Take a look at the vacancies this week and see if you can find your match by following the link

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

Get in touch if you need more information

18/07/2025

🌟 Here’s what people we’ve supported into Personal Assistant roles have to say about their experience:

💬 “Always a pleasure to communicate with Embrace and Courtney. Always helpful ☺️”
💬 “Courtney helped me find jobs really easily and supported me throughout the process.”
💬 “I’ve found PA work thoroughly enjoyable — I’ve even recommended Embrace to family.”
💬 “I really enjoy my job as a Personal Assistant and have already referred someone else to Courtney!”

Whether you’re looking for flexible, meaningful work — or just exploring your options — we’re here to help.

📩 Get in touch to find out more about becoming a PA!

17/07/2025

✨ Got a creative side? Love words, stories, or just being around inspiring people?

Why not join our Platt Bridge Writers group!
📅 Every Thursday
🕥 10:30am – 12:00pm
📍 Platt Bridge Community Hub

No experience needed — just bring your imagination. All welcome!

16/07/2025

We’re always looking for ways to improve our service and learn from lived experience.

One of our most popular workshops, Understanding ADHD, has been delivered for years by a team member who lives with the condition.

Last Friday, our colleague Sean, who is autistic, delivered his first Understanding Autism session to our team, based on his own experiences. It was fantastic, and we’re really looking forward to sharing it with you soon!

15/07/2025

🚴♂️ Edinburgh to Wigan – 215 miles for Embrace! 💙

A huge thank you to Darren Haywood and Chris Taylor, who took on an epic 3-day charity bike ride from Edinburgh to Wigan (21st–23rd June), cycling over 6 hours a day through wind, rain, and tough conditions — all to support our SENDIASS and Mediation service. 🌬️☔

Both Darren and Chris have received support from our team in the past and wanted to give something back. Thanks to their incredible efforts, they raised an amazing £765! 🙌

They’ve also kindly offered to do some volunteer days with us soon, through their company.

We’re so grateful for your support — and for choosing to champion our work with local families. 💛

14/07/2025

Today, we have a message from our Behaviour Support Coordinator, Andy Sampson. He's explaining why he chose to work at Embrace:

I had a tough childhood and many of my difficulties were not recognised as needing support but were seen as behaviour (or choice). Until I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, I believed this too.

I now understand that much of my struggles would have been better addressed with help (instead of punishment and discipline). I just needed the right support.

Before I worked in this field and as a parent to children with additional support needs, I benefitted so much from the help, advice and knowledge of other families - and even services like Embrace. As a parent I have learned to understand what good, individualised support looks like.

Working at Embrace allows me to continue to share my own lived experience with others and support other families in the way that we were supported ourselves.

12/07/2025

Become a Personal Assistant! You’ll be directly employed by the person you support—helping with everyday tasks, getting out and about, or simply being a friendly, reliable presence in their life.

It’s meaningful work where you can build real connections and help someone live life on their own terms. No experience needed—just the right attitude and a willingness to help.

Follow the link https://www.embracewiganandleigh.org.uk/category/pa_advert/

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

Website

http://www.embracewiganandleigh.org.uk/

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