Michael’s journey building confidence to find new employment
Michael had previously been volunteering for many years whilst being a carer for his parents, After they passed away, he was able to secure his first ever job but this was a fixed term contract and came to an end. After…
From sofa surfing for years to securing their own home
A participant in our Support to Succeed programme has taken a major step forward by securing his own flat in Stockport—an important milestone on his journey out of homelessness. After two difficult years of sofa surfing, he was connected with a Key…
Collaborative Working in Oldham: Empowering Residents for Positive Change
Over the course of 12 weeks, a group of local partners worked together to deliver a series of workshops designed to support and empower Oldham residents. These sessions focused on providing practical life skills and knowledge, helping participants make positive…
Rebuilding Confidence: A Step-by-Step Journey from Isolation to Independence
Background John D., a former actor, faced severe anxiety and depression after losing his agency during the COVID-19 pandemic. This led to social isolation, where he barely left his home or engaged with others. During our initial onboarding, he was…
Neha’s Journey: From Isolation to Empowerment Through Meditation
Neha joined our Support to Succeed programme in May this year, referred by Wythenshawe Community Housing. Her story is one of resilience, growth, and transformation. After moving to England from India a few years ago with her husband due to…
Jerome’s Journey to Success with Support to Succeed
Background Jerome, a 23-year-old from Manchester, first heard about the Support to Succeed programme in March 2024 through his Employment and Skills Mentor at One Manchester. At the time, he felt unsure about his career goals and struggled with anxiety,…