Category: News
Breakthrough UK Statement on Black Lives Matter
Breakthrough UK Statement on Black Lives Matter Breakthrough UK Statement on Black Lives Matter (download an easier words version here) Breakthrough UK is a Manchester based disabled people’s organisation. We are led by disabled people, and we support other disabled people to work and live independently. Breakthrough stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter [Continue reading…]
Covid-19 Survey Report from Henshaws
Covid-19 Survey Report from Henshaws We have been asked by Henshaws to share with you their report on a survey they did with 955 visually impaired people on Covid-19. You can download the survey through the following links, which also has an accessible version available: Download the Covid-19 Henshaws Survey Report in PDF. Download the [Continue reading…]
GM Big Disability Survey results reveal pandemic has had major negative impact on mental health
GM Big Disability Survey results reveal pandemic has had major negative impact on mental health During April and May we took part in the GM Big Disability Survey along with many other Disabled People’s Organisations across Greater Manchester. The aim of the survey was to find out what the main issues are faced by disabled [Continue reading…]
Our Tribute to Cllr Sue Murphy
Our Tribute to Cllr Sue Murphy We are shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Cllr Sue Murphy CBE, who died on Tuesday. She has been the Deputy Leader of Manchester City Council for the last ten years. Sue was a very strong supporter of Breakthrough. She championed equality, social justice and the [Continue reading…]
Covid 19 and the rights of disabled people – statement from disabled people’s organisations and allies
Covid 19 and the rights of disabled people – statement from disabled people’s organisations and allies We are signed up to the following statement: The NHS is built on the principle that we are each equal in dignity and worth. It expresses our commitment to protect one another’s right to life and to health, no [Continue reading…]
Volunteers Week at Breakthrough
Volunteers Week at Breakthrough Volunteers’ Week 2020 We are lucky to have volunteers from a variety of different backgrounds working with us at Breakthrough. Some volunteers are clients on one of our services, and are volunteering as a way of getting valuable work experience, or to add something extra to their CV. Michael’s Volunteering Story [Continue reading…]
A tribute to Barry Edwards Manchester People First
A tribute to Barry Edwards Manchester People First It is with great sadness that we have heard the news our friend and colleague at Manchester People First, Barry Edwards, has died following a long illness last weekend. Barry was a warm and witty person, who we worked with on projects and in groups. He was always [Continue reading…]
Brilliant donation of Suffragette statue sales a boost to our work
Brilliant donation of Suffragette statue sales a boost to our work Breakthrough is delighted to have been chosen as one of two organisations to benefit from the sales of 12 limited edition Emmeline Pankhurst bronze portraits. Sculptor Hazel Reeves decided to choose us as one of the beneficiaries of the sales, along with the charity [Continue reading…]
Coronavirus- Support from Breakthrough
Coronavirus – Support from Breakthrough Due to the situation with Covid 19, we are not currently carrying out face to face client meetings and our group programmes are on hold. However, we are continuing to work with clients remotely via phone, video calls and online methods where we can. If you are already a client, [Continue reading…]
Useful links for updated information on the Coronavirus pandemic
Useful links for updated information on the Coronavirus pandemic Don’t be isolated – we are still available via phone, text, email and social media. Contact us if you need to on -0161 234 3950. This page will be added to regularly. Official Government Guidance Documents https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response Easy read Inclusion North have produced Coronavirus – Easy [Continue reading…]