Who We Are

She is a Psychology graduate who brings a wealth of experience to Lifted. She has a strong determination and commitment to develop successful projects that serve the local community.

Her background includes youth work, careers advice (with a specialism in special educational needs and disabilities) and project development and management.

A mum to twin boys herself, she is passionate about supporting others and refuses to be defeated.

She will always take the time to listen to others and isn’t afraid to challenge decisions in order to secure the correct outcomes for families.

I’m a father to a son with Noonan’s Syndrome. We’re from the Wythenshawe area and lived in Manchester all our lives.

I try to keep a calm and open mind, and try and give back to the community by helping out whenever I possibly can.

People say I can talk a lot. But with that, im a good listener too.

I enjoy other people’s company… and especially at the Lifted centre, as everyone is treated as equals. We all have something to deal with.

I’ve been coming into the Carers Centre for several years now. I started coming
into Lifted to socialise with other people who are going through the same struggles as me. It’s nice to know you’re not alone.

Lifted provides a cosy warm and friendly environment for us to be able to help each other. I have a big sense of humour and enjoy getting people to laugh with each other. I also provide a listening ear for parent-carers to share their worries. By being part of Lifted, I’ve built up strong friendships with some really amazing people who, like me, sometimes need to feel they are not alone.

In my role as a trustee, I help to organise different events in the centre and also carers’ lunches and days out. I also attend network meetings with the staff.