Community Activities
The Bimble in the park events started when James, someone who enjoys running, and has been lucky enough to take part in various big events in recent years, London marathon , Great North Run, Manchester 10k to name a few wanted to use his hobby to raise money and awareness for charities, whilst… [READ MORE]
We provide diabetes awareness education, advice and practical support for sufferers of diabetes, their families, friends and carers, GP surgeries, faith and social groups, lunch clubs, companies and Greater Manchester Police.
We have a lunch club in the lounge area at Avonleigh Gardens.
Free and confidential support for people for whom an amputation may be necessary. Partners, family and carers welcome. Based on first hand experience, we can provide practical help and advice on a variety of issues.
Hospital Radio Broadcasting of News and Entertainment to the patients, staff , relatives and friends at the Royal Oldham Hospital.
Coffee morning and used for socialising for all residents and outside visitors
Armchair aerobics. To promote health and manouverbility for residents and outside visitors.
Other charitable, social or community purpose
Sunday brunch is open for all residents and outside visitors and also a means for family get togethers.
Our project is for newly refugees who got their status and we support them with accommodation, advice them what benefits they can claim, help to open a bank account, liase with the Jobcentre and the Home Office.
A gentle social walk around Moston Brook lasting around one hour. The walk is mainly on the flat with 2 sets of steps included. We stay for a brew afterwards and a chat afterwards. All welcome.
Training for dogs and dog owners:
Obedience (Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme - Foundation (Puppies), Bronze, Silver to Gold); Ringcraft; Rally-O; Agility and Flyball.
Volunteers are linked to a young person who is looked after by Oldham Council (in a care home or foster care) and they will carry out a activity, try new things, and build a positive relationship with a young person. The activities take place in the local community.
Volunteer Police Cadets are young people, aged 13-17, who learn about policing and crime and take part in various police related activities, such as crime prevention projects.
The Cadet Scheme provides a diversionary activity for young people, increases their knowledge of policing, and breaks… [READ MORE]
Drama worshops
this is where parents of special needs children gets together to share their experience, share information, seek advice, gets refrrals, socialise, a place to meet other parents, carers and information of how to manage behavioral issues.
Local art classes for 18+ - utilised by lots of people 50+
Helps with isolation and loneliness by getting people to attend regular art classes, improves art skills and helps build friendships, confidence etc
We provide support for people living with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or Dementia and their carers and family members to meet in a safe and welcoming environment.
We deliver a restorative justice service for victims and offenders of crimes to come together into communication. Victims can ask questions, get answers and seek apologies. Offenders can understand how people have been affected, take responbility and make amends. This service is available for all… [READ MORE]
Our unique employability and personal development programme is designed to help young people navigate the tricky jobs market and find jobs they love.