Category: News
Breakthrough statement Sophie Miles
Breakthrough statement Sophie Miles We are very shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden death of Sophie Miles. Sophie was the Chief Executive Officer of Trafford CIL for six-and-a-half years and worked with us closely on a number of joint projects with local Disabled Peoples Organisations. Sophie came on board as CEO just at [Continue reading…]
Rebecca’s Youth Choices Story
Rebecca’s Youth Choices Story Negative experiences in school and college left Rebecca with barriers around learning in a classroom and meeting people they didn’t know. They said, “I didn’t really like college; I was only there because I had to be…I didn’t like the room setting, I’ve had a lot of bad experiences in classes.” [Continue reading…]
Love of sports sees Adnan enjoy his independence
Love of sports sees Adnan enjoy his independence A referral from his Occupational Therapist has opened up a new world of sports for Adnan. Adnan has been working with staff member Kevin on Breakthrough’s Community Connecting service. His main aim was to get some time to himself to pursue hobbies and sports that interest him, [Continue reading…]
Switching Focus report outlines proposals to improve employment and pay for disabled people
Switching Focus report outlines proposals to improve employment and pay for disabled people Breakthrough is welcoming the Switching Focus report, as we believe the current situation needs to change. Everyday we hear first hand accounts from disabled clients facing barriers and prejudice when trying to get into meaningful employment. The report looks at whose responsibility [Continue reading…]
Caleb’s Employment Story
Caleb’s Employment Story Support from Breakthrough and the Prince’s Trust has led client Caleb to a new career in retail with Marks and Spencer. Caleb said, “I was trying to get into Marks and Spencer, and they supported me with my application form, and I felt encouraged and confident.” Following a negative experience at a [Continue reading…]
Youth Choices gives Adam a confidence boost
Youth Choices gives Adam a confidence boost After completing courses in interactive media and computer science at college, Adam ended up working for a sportswear shop but disliked it. He met Breakthrough’s Youth Choices Co-ordinator Richard and decided to try the course, which gives young disabled people support with getting into employment. He said, “I [Continue reading…]
Lorraine Gradwell Memorial Lecture
Lorraine Gradwell Memorial Lecture On Friday 8th March, an Memorial Lecture was held in memory of our own Lorraine Gradwell, Breakthrough’s former Chief Executive and co-founder. The event was organised between ourselves and our colleagues at the Greater Manchester Coalition of Disabled People (GMCDP). The lecture included a film presentation by Dr Jenny Morris called [Continue reading…]
Manchester International Festival teams up with Breakthrough
Manchester International Festival teams up with Breakthrough Are you a disabled person who has an interest in the arts and creative industries? We’re thrilled that Manchester International Festival has asked Breakthrough to work with them to set up a Disabled Persons Engagement Group (DPEG). The group will work on the Factory project, see link for further information https://mif.co.uk/thefactory/ . [Continue reading…]
Volunteering a lifeline for Colin
Volunteering a lifeline for Colin Colin – “If you’ve got someone to walk with you side by side – you’re able to go anywhere then.” Colin third from right back row, and the Pathways clients he works with. Colin Nelson is a familiar and much loved face around Breakthrough staff and clients. Colin began volunteering [Continue reading…]
Women’s events a great success
Women’s events a great success Two events aimed at disabled women and organisations working with them, have been a great success. Democracy Disability & Devolution is a Breakthrough UK project funded by the Government Equalities Office – the Women’s Vote Centenary Project. The events were held at Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. Breaking Barriers to Disabled [Continue reading…]