Local food banks, warm hubs and other support available near you.

Winter services guide - Hulme, Moss Side and Rusholme and Ardwick and Longsight

Winter services guide – Hulme, Moss Side and Rusholme and Ardwick and Longsight

We know this Winter will be hard with the cost of living crisis, but there is lots of support out there locally if you do need it. To help local people, Manchester Local Care Organisation’s integrated neighbourhood teams across the city have worked with colleagues at Manchester City Council and the voluntary sector to produce a series of neighbourhood service guides .

The guides outline much of the local support that is available across each neighbourhood. These include food banks, warm hubs, befriending services and other local offers.

The booklets complement the citywide support available through Manchester City Council’s free cost of living advice line. This free telephone line offers support with benefits and help with your rent, advice about debt and paying bills , food support and help to get online (support to access the internet, laptops, phones and data). The advice line is open Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm on 0800 023 2692. You can speak to someone about the support that is available. You can also text on 07860 022 876 or visit manchester.gov.uk/coladvice

View the information in the categories below or you can download the PDF booklet for Hulme, Moss Side and Rusholme and Ardwick and Longsight here [PDF 2.7MB].

Food Provision

We know that anyone can reach crisis point – community grocers and food banks are here to help when that happens.

Get in touch straight away. You will be supported by understanding people, without judgement. Many organisations provide more than food.

There are more organisations offering support than those listed, including an emergency helping hand – get in touch with your Care Navigator (see page 12) to find out more or get referred.

Anson Estate Community Grocers
38 Meldon Road, Rusholme, M13 0TR
Discounted food, and sometimes sanitary items and toiletries. £3 for around £12 worth of goods.

  • Thursdays 12 noon to 6pm
  • Contact 0753 926 8269

Ardwick and Longsight Foodbank
11 Richmond Grove, Longsight, M13 0LN
Free emergency food parcels. Please show ID, proof of address, and your referral or proof of need.

  • Mondays and Thursdays, 11am to 1pm.
  • Call 0161 273 3977 or text 0785 3553 732.

The Bread and Butter Thing
Discounted groceries weekly – typical family order £8.50, individual £5, large family £17. Choose meat or vegetarian (halal or gluten-free not offered). Text 0786 006 3256 with your full name, order size and postcode.

  • Ardwick – St Joseph’s Primary School, Richmond Grove, M13 0BT on Wednesdays from 2pm to 2:30pm
  • Hulme – The Big Life Hub, Ascension Church Hulme, 282 Stretford Road, M15 5TQ on Thursdays from 1:30pm to 2pm
  • Moss Side – The Work Shop, Alexandra Road, M16 7WD on Tuesdays from 2pm to 2:30pm
  • Moss Side – Compassion Food Bank, 300 Moss Lane East, M14 4SS on Thursdays from 2:30pm to 3pm.

ACCG Claremont Community Grocers
Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS.
£5 for 15 items of culturally-appropriate fresh food.

ACCG Meals Service 

  • Delivered Meals and Takeaway Service (from £7-£11.50) 
  • Fresh, homecooked (African Caribbean) meals delivered to your door or collected from the ACCG 
  • Monday to Friday 
  • Call 0161 226 6334 or email admin@accg.org.uk 

Brunswick Beestro
Brunswick Church, Brunswick Road, Ardwick, M13 9SX
Suggested donations: toasties 50p and meals £1

  • Tuesday to Thursday from 10am to 2pm
  • Contact Mo for more information 0161 273 6608

422 Community Hub Cafe
422 Stockport Road, Longsight, M12 4EX
Hot drinks and cakes from £1.50, other food from £2.

  • Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm.
  • Tel: 0161 850 3277

Community pantry at The Place 
(if you live south of Claremont Road, i.e. 20 minutes walk away from M14 7FB)
£3 for around £12- £15 worth of goods including fresh produce.
grocer@theplacefallowfield.co.uk 0161 227 3744 

Caritas Cornerstone Day Centre
Free breakfast & lunch, hot showers, services and a range of activities for homeless people.
104b Denmark Road, Manchester M15 6JS
Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 1:30pm
Call 0161 232 8888 or email Cornerstone@caritassalford.org.uk 

Northmoor Community Diner
A different menu each week (only Wed & Fri) including: 
Halal Meat dish, Vegetarian/ Vegan dish, Tea, Coffee and Juice. 
Eat in 12noon-2pm & Takeaway 1-2pm 
Address: 3 Elgar St, Greater, Longsight, Manchester M12 4PH Phone: 07846 494559  

Emergency food provision

Manchester South Central and Central Foodbanks
Providing emergency food and wider support for people living in Rusholme, Hulme, Moss Side, Ardwick, Longsight and Whalley Range.

  • Get referred via Citizens Advice on 0808 278 7800 or Manchester Cost of Living advice-line on 0800 023 2692.
  • Get referred for uniform support via your child’s school.
  • Info for Hulme, Moss Side and Whalley Range call: 0161 226 3413
  • Visit: manchestersouthcentral.foodbank.org.uk
  • Info for Rusholme, Ardwick and Longsight call: 07928 412 339
  • Visit: manchestercentral.foodbank.org.uk

Bridging the Gap (Manchester) / Manchester South Central Foodbank 

Emergency food provider for residents living in Hulme, Moss Side and Whalley Range, also offering wider support.  Get referred via Citizens Advice on 0808 278 7800 or Manchester Cost of Living adviceline 0800 023 2692.  Get referred for uniform support via your child’s school.
For further information about our services please telephone 0161 226 3413 

Feed my City
Free food parcels and hot food.

Humans MCR
Food bank deliveries.

Barakah Food Aid
Food parcels and toiletries; collection or delivered (limited availability).

Call: 07506 527523

Sheikh Nazim Helping Hands
One-off food parcels and toiletries, dietary requirements catered for. Specific cases may get repeat parcels.

Power up the Flavour booklet nutritious recipes, meal plans, shopping lists (with supermarket costings), low fuel cooking and nutrition info.

Need someone to talk to?

Winter can make it more difficult to speak to people and socialise. There’s no shame in feeling lonely and no weakness in reaching out.

Greater Manchester Bereavement Service – support and information service
0161 983 0902  gmicb-sal.gm.bs@nhs.net

Peer support

ACCG Befriending Service
Befriending service to support those who may feel that they are lonely or isolated within the community. Support available over the phone or digitally.

ACCG Social Club 

  • Fun activities, Fitness Classes, Cultural Events, Health Promotion Support and Meal Club 
  • £12 for annual membership fee for exclusive benefits and Member only events. 
  • Open to all community members, including, elderly people, people with disabilities and adults. 
  • Digital Support Available 
  • Wheelchair Adapted Transport available. 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS 
  • Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 09.00 – 16.30. 
  • Call 0161 226 6334 or email admin@accg.org.uk 

Depression and anxiety peer support drop-in groups
Online and face-to-face at the Kath Locke Centre 123 Moss Lane East, M15 5DD or the Zion Centre, 339 Stretford Road, M15 4ZY

Good Neighbours
Good neighbours schemes work to reduce isolation and loneliness for people over 50 and adults with long term health conditions and disabilities. They aim to do this by building networks of support to improve people’s quality of life and sense of wellbeing.

Location: Rusholme and Moss Side Good Neighbours, Trinity house, Grove Close (off Platt Lane) Rusholme M14 5AA

Tel: 0161 2251064

Website: www.trinityhousecrc.org.uk/link-good-neighbours

Good Neighbours activities:

  • Monday 11am to 2pm – social group
  • Tuesday 10.30am to 11.30am seated/standing exercise, £1 per session with an NHS instructor
  • Wednesday 1pm to 3pm – art group, 50p per session
  • Friday 11am to 1.30pm – soup and roll and dessert for £2.

Manchester Mind peer support groups
A safe place to share, understand and give mutual support to people who are struggling with their mental health.

  • Call 0161 769 5732 between 10am and 3pm Monday to Friday
  • Email welcomeandaccess@manchestermind.org

Mental health services

Couple therapy for depression, if you have or are expecting a baby.
Contact expert therapists at ACMHS on 07814 051 9795 or mhp3@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.uk 

Mums Matter
A peer support group and course designed to support new mums in Manchester experiencing mental health challenges.
07592 376720 
mumsmatter@manchestermind.org

ACMHS Counselling Service 

In a stressful situation, or finding things hard to resolve?  Free counselling 
0161-226 9562 or 07511 608 915 admin@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.uk 

African and Caribbean Mental Health Services (ACMHS)

Manchester Mind mental health support sessions 

Sometimes, it helps to meet in person to explore what support you might need. 

Call 0161 769 5732 between 10am and 3pm Monday to Friday or fill in the form in the link above. 

Depression and anxiety peer support Drop-in Groups 

Online:
Tuesdays – 7pm – 9pm
Wednesdays – 7pm – 9pm
Thursdays – 7pm – 9pm
Fridays – 12pm – 2pm 

Face to Face:
Tuesdays – 7pm – 9pm, Kath Locke Centre, (123 Moss Lane East, Manchester M15 5DD)
Wednesdays – 2pm – 4pm, Zion Centre, (339 Stretford Road, Manchester M15 4ZY) 

For more information:
You can email us : dropins@thebiglifegroup.com
Or call us on 0161 226 3871, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm 

Bluesci at Night Crisis Café
7 days a week out of hours support for anyone in emotional distress or experiencing a mental health crisis.

  • Location: Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre, 54-56 Seymour Grove, Old Trafford, M16 0LN
  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7pm to 2am and Saturday and Sunday, 5pm to 2am (last entry 12:30am every day).
  • Ring or text ahead to arrange meet and greet: 0793 388 2743
  • Email: crisiscafe@bluesci.org.uk
  • Website: bluesci.org.uk/crisis-cafe

Samaritans
Whatever you’re going through, they are there with you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

  • Call: 116 123
  • Text: “SHOUT” to 85258
  • Email: jo@samaritans.org

Somali Adult Social Care Agency – Mental health support and advocacy for Somali women and men. 

  • 153b Princess Road, M14 4RE
  • 0161 227 7966 or email info@sasca.org.uk
  • Mondays 9am – 5pm  

Talking Therapies at ACMHS
For individuals predominantly of African and African Caribbean descent or culture as well as other minority groups including White Europeans.
Going through a bad time or need help with emotional problems?  Face-to-face, phone or video free support – to book an appointment, call or email
0161-226 9562 or 07561 499 728
admin@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.uk 

Talking Therapies at Big Life
Provide Talking Therapies for depression, anxiety and stress related problems. Sessions are available in person as well as on the phone or online.  

Talking Therapies at Gaddum
Self-refer and get more information at https://www.gaddum.org.uk/nhs-talking-therapies/ or call 0161 834 6069 or email at therapy@gaddum.org.uk. 

Women’s Drop-in Group
Come and share life stories, and eat together, on Tuesdays at 1pm at ACMHS.
0161-226 9562 or 07511 608 915
www.acmh-services.co.uk 

Yaran Northwest 
Free counselling and psychotherapy services for the BAME community in several first languages, including Farsi, Dari, Arabic, Urdu, Kurdish, and Turkish.
Yaran also provides recovery-focused classes, such as English communication and painting, to promote healing, self-expression, and integration.  

307 Dickenson Road, Manchester M13 0YW 
0161 2247709 or 07360162260
info@yarannorthwest.com 
www.yarannorthwest.com 

Kooth & Qwell 

Offers instant access to digital mental health support for everyone aged 10+. These services provide free, safe, and anonymous online mental health support.   

Go to Kooth.com (10-25) or Qwell.io (26+) to get started today. (Please note, anyone aged 18-25 has the option to use Qwell.io if they’d prefer to access the more adult-facing platform).  

Support available includes: 

  • Live chat or messaging with qualified mental health professionals 
  • Self-help tools and activities – Online community  

Live chat available:  

  • Monday to Friday: 12pm -10pm  
  • Saturday and Sunday 6pm – 10pm 

Being There offers emotional and practical support to people living at home with cancer or other life-limiting illness, their carers and friends. Befriending support can be over the phone or face to face.
Call us Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm: 0345 123 23 29 

Support to get online 
Let’s Get Digital – need a hand getting set-up?  For phone support, text 07860 064 128
Access computers and internet, and get free SIMs for 6 months if on a low income in your local library. SIMs also available at Positive Futures, Mawlawi Kurdish Cultural Centre, SASCA, Powerhouse library, Cornerstone, Manchester Deaf Centre, Ethnic Health Forum, Yaran Northwest and Better We. 
Find out about cheap devices and social broadband tariffs at https://manchesterdigitalstrategy.com/lets-get-digital  

English Conversation Club and Digital Learning
Drop-in sessions are held by EHF at Trinity Resource Centre, Grove Close, Rusholme, M14 5AA on Thursdays, noon – 1:30pm 
Digital education to find out what is on offer, call or drop-in to: 
Longsight Library, 519 Stockport Road, M12 4NE 0161 227 3711
Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, Upper Lloyd Street, M14 4HZ
0161 254 7314  or email maes.info@manchester.gov.uk 

Hulme High Street Library, Moss Lane East, M15 5NN 0161 227 3739 

Positive Futures, 125 Great Western Street, Manchester, M14 4AA positivefutures@msvhousing.co.uk or call Natalie on 07786 960241 

Advice and support on debt, finances, welfare rights and housing

Advice Service at Manchester Mind 

Welfare benefits, debt and housing to people with mental health needs. 

To access our advice service please ring 0161 769 5732 or for more details or self-refer, https://www.manchestermind.org/benefits-debt-housing/

Manchester Refugee Support Network – drop-in sessions and appointments on benefits, housing, health, education and the asylum process.  Call 0161 868 0777 or see https://mrsn.org.uk/reopening-our-drop-in-centre/ for times and to book an appointment. 

Somali Adult Social Care Agency – advice on benefits, housing, debt, health and more. 

  • 153b Princess Road, M14 4RE – drop ins
  • Monday to Wednesday 9am to 1pm
  • Call 0161 227 7966 or email info@sasca.org.uk

Manchester council help if you are at risk of losing your home or are homeless
Online links including to other citywide support organisations: https://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/200117/homeless_people/1428/are_you_homeless_or_at_risk_of_becoming_homeless

Manchester Credit Union
A member owned financial co-operative, providing an easy way to save and affordable loans when you need them. Open to everyone who lives or works in Manchester. All services are available online at www.manchestercreditunion.co.uk or you can also visit MCU: City centre branch at Queen’s Court, 24 Queen Street M2 5HX – open Monday to Friday 9am to 3:30pm 

ACCG Information and Advice Service
Support with Welfare Benefits, Housing, Employment, Health and Community, Family Law, Disability, Race Equality, and more.

  • Location: Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS.
  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
  • Call 0161 226 6334 or email: welfarerights@accg.org.uk

Ethnic Health Forum
Free Benefit Check to see if you can get additional support, help navigating the health and social care system.

  • Staff speak Arabic, English, Urdu and Kurdish.
  • Location: Trinity Resource Centre, Grove Close, M14 5AA
  • Wednesdays from 10am to 2pm
  • Appointments only – to book, call 07918 830 170.

Somali Adult Social Care Agency
Advice on benefits, housing, debt, health and more.

  • Location for drop-ins: 153b Princess Road, M14 4RE
  • Open hours: Monday to Wednesday 9am to 1pm
  • Call 0161 227 7966 or email info@sasca.org.uk

Manchester Refugee Support Network
Drop-in sessions and appointments supporting people with benefits, housing, health, education and the asylum process.

Citizens Advice Manchester
Call: 0808 278 7800 or WhatsApp on 07476 548 490. For in-person sessions, visit www.citizensadvicemanchester.org.uk/face-to-face

Community Advice Link
Support with housing, education, benefits, utility bills, debt, basic immigration queries and more. Call 0161 272 7909 to book an appointment.

Cheetham Hill Advice Centre (CHAC)
We provide advice on a wide range of subjects including: benefits, finances, housing, consumer and employment problems, access to adult learning and much more.

  • Providing advice in eleven languages and can also arrange interpreters when needed.
  • Call: 0161 740 8999 or text 07823 495 307
  • email triage@cheethamadvice.org.uk

Moss Side Black Employment Support Project
Job club for people from African, Caribbean and mixed heritage backgrounds, where you learn about black history too. 
admin@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.uk 
07511 608 915 

Housing advice

ACCG Information and Advice Service 

  • The ACCG is accredited by the Advice Quality Standard (AQS) to support with Welfare Benefits, Grant Application, Housing, Employment, Consumer / General Contract, Health and Community, Family Law, Disability, Young People, Older People, Race Equality, Women and Student’s needs.
    Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS.
    Monday to Friday, 09.00 – 16.30
    Call 0161 226 6334 or email: Welfarerights@accg.org.uk 
    Dementia@accg.org.uk if you require dementia specific support or Cmc@accg.org.uk if you are a Carer requiring support. 

Employment and training support

Other support

Family Support & Activities

SureStart Children’s Centres

Supporting parents with children aged under 5. Group play-based activities and support for families. Local centres:

  • Martenscroft Nursery School & Children’s Centre and Moss Side Children’s Centre: 0161 226 1266
  • Rusholme Children’s Centre: 0161 510 0000
  • Ardwick Children’s Centre: 0161 871 2619

Longsight Family Hub

Support families aged 0-19 years or up to 25 years for people with special educational needs.

  • Working with local organisations and services to offer a ‘one stop shop’ including support and signposting
  • Based at Longsight Primary school, 1A Farrer Rd, M13 0QX
  • Call: 0161 248 1500

Other Support

Powerhouse clothes swap and coffee morning – Provides clothes for adults and children plus hot drinks. Open to everyone.
First Friday of every month 9.30am-12.30pm at The Powerhouse, 140 Raby Street, Moss Side Manchester M14 4SL 0161 226 4335 

Wesley Community Furniture – Furniture, domestic appliances, household goods and clothing for people on a tight budget, plus repair workshops, arts groups and coffee mornings. Delivery possible.
St Wilfrid’s Hall, Birchvale Close, M15 5BJ
Tuesday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5pm
Call 0161 226 9051 

Repair Cafe – Bring damaged or broken items (electrical, clothes, furniture, bikes) and have experts help to fix them for free.
Boiler House, 9 Wilcock Street, M16 7DA
Last Sat of every month 10am to noon
Call 0161 465 6954 or email info@boilerhouse.org

Free digital support and learning

Local libraries

Best digital deals

Find out about cheap devices and social broadband tariffs at: manchesterdigitalstrategy.com/lets-get-digital

Get Help With Digital Text Line: 0786 006 4128

English Conversation Club and Digital Learning
Drop-in sessions are held at Trinity Resource Centre, Grove Close, Rusholme, M14 5AA on Thursdays, noon to 1:30pm.

Digital education

To find out what is on offer, call or drop-in to:

  • Longsight Library, 519 Stockport Road, M12 4NE or call 0161 227 3711
  • Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, Upper Lloyd Street, M14 4HZ or call 0161 254 7314 or email maes.info@manchester.gov.uk
  • Hulme High Street Library, M15 5NN or call 0161 227 3739
  • Positive Futures, 125 Great Western Street, M14 4AA or email positivefutures@msvhousing.co.uk or call 07786 960241

Pension Top-up

Thousands of people across Manchester are missing out on Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, Winter Fuel Payment and Housing Benefit.

  • Call Independent Age for a FREE benefits check on: 0800 319 6789
  • Or visit manchester.gov.uk/credit

Neighbourhood Health Champions (NHCs)

NHCs are volunteers from local communities who want to make a difference and help residents live healthier longer lives. These volunteers connect residents with support, raise awareness and offer advice. They are trained in a range of issues, from blood pressure and screening programmes, to housing rights and the cost of living.

Helping Hand

Providing help with debt, bills and borrowing and much more.

Caritas Cornerstone Day Centre
Free breakfast and lunch, hot showers, services and a range of activities for homeless people.

  • Location: 104b Denmark Road, Manchester M15 6JS
  • Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 1:30pm
  • Call 0161 232 8888 or email cornerstone@caritassalford.org.uk

Talk English

A relaxed space to practice speaking English with others. The sessions are weekly and free, with no booking necessary. Call: 0161 234 5684.

  • Tuesdays, 12:30pm to 2:30pm, Hulme High St. Library, M15 5NN
  • Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm, Longsight Library, M12 4NE
  • Thursdays, noon to 2pm, Moss Side Powerhouse Library, M14 4SL

Learn English at Alexandria Library

Alexandria Library, 247 Wilmslow Road, M14 5LW

  • Wednesdays, 4:30pm to 6pm, English Conversation Class (lower intermediate level)
  • Thursdays 9:30am to 10:30am, ESOL: English with Native Speakers (advanced level only)


Cultural Wellbeing Programme 

Mental health support for South Asian, Black African, Caribbean, and dual heritage individuals with severe mental illness.
Counselling, therapy, physical and social activities, medication reviews, mentoring and education.
0161 226 9562  enquiries@thecwp.org.uk
www.thecwp.org.uk  

Local libraries and warm hubs 

Local library warm hubs – The library is a free, safe, warm space that is open to all and full of resources, including: Wi-Fi, newspapers, information, story times and a free six-month sim data package for people who are eligible. 

  • Fallowfield Library, The Place at Platt Lane, Platt Lane M14 7FB. 0161 227 3744 

Zion Centre Café  

A warm hub 10am-3pm Monday-Friday, low price hot meals, and also offers a “pay it forward” scheme, so people on lower incomes can see if anyone paid for a food or drink item on a board and get it free of cost. 

Find your nearest Warm Welcome Space at www.warmwelcome.uk/#map 

Bridging the Gap – Warm space, information and signposting and hot drinks and a snack. 

  • Fridays 13.00 – 15.00pm at Ascension Church, 282 Stretford Rd M15 5TQ 

ACCG Carers Support Service 

  • ACCG are the central locality lead for supporting unpaid carers and parent carers within Carers Manchester. Contact Carers Manchester Central for support and guidance. 
  • Activities, Events, Carers Respite, Monthly Walks and more. 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS. 
  • Monday to Friday, 09.00 – 16.30 

ACMHS Carers’ Group 

Supporting a relative, partner or friend unpaid?
Meet up once a month for activities and food, contact ACMHS 0161-226 9562 or 07511 608 915 admin@acmhs-blackmentalhealth.org.uk 

ACCG Dementia Support Service 

  • Support services for people living with Dementia, Delirium, Memory Problems and Dementia carers. 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS. 
  • Monday to Friday, 09.00 – 16.30 

Be Well is the Social Prescribing service in Manchester and here to help you find a way to live and feel well whatever twists and turns life brings. We can even help you get on top of work, family and money worries. When you come to Be Well, you’ll be assessed by one of our trained coaches. They’ll talk to you about the help you need and the goals you want to achieve, and set you up with the most appropriate person in the team to get you to where you want to be. 

Access: Just call us on 0161 470 7120
Opening times: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm
Be Well – The Big Life group 

Cornbrook Wellbeing Garden  

Wellbeing Gardening session at Cornbrook Medical Practice (City Road) 
1-3pm every Friday 
No previous gardening experience required
204 City Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 4EA 

Living with Long-term Conditions 

Living with a long-term condition isn’t plain sailing and we don’t always get the support we need when things get tough.
This course is for anyone living with a long-term physical condition and who wants to find ways of managing and improving their psychological wellbeing. bahf@manchestermind.org or find out more/get on the waiting list.  

Fire Service 

Get fire safety information or check eligibility for a free home fire safety assessment: 
Your Safety – Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service 

Can-Survive UK 

Providing culturally sensitive support and information primarily however not exclusively for community members from African and Caribbean backgrounds diagnosed or caring for someone with cancer.  We support everyone.   Our services include support groups, wellbeing and therapeutic activities,  home visits, advocacy, and cancer awareness. 

CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS: 
Kath Locke Centre, 123 Moss Lane East, Hulme, M15 5DD 
WOW (Women only Wednesdays) – fortnightly, 1pm to 3pm
MOT (Men only Thursdays) – fortnightly, 1pm to 3pm
Coffee Connect Chat – fortnightly, 1pm to 3pm   
Contact
Office: 0161 232 1286 
Family Support: 07950 314676
Support Groups: 07949 949782
info@can-survive.org.uk 

Dementia Together 

Our Friendship & Activity groups are a great place for people living with Dementia to meet new people in a fun, relaxed and social setting.
Our group members take part in gentle exercise, social games, musical activities and cognitive exercises to stay positive and healthy.
Mondays in Moss Side, or Thursdays for people with dementia from a South Asian background and their carers. 0161-226 7186 admin@togetherdementiasupport.org  

Manchester Adult Education – Talk English 

Practice speaking English and meet people in Hulme or Moss Side. 

  • Tuesdays 12:30-2:30pm in Hulme Library, Hulme High Street, M15 5NN 
  • Thursdays noon-2pm, Moss Side Powerhouse, 140 Raby Street, M14 4SL 

Sahara Dementia Support for South Asian communities 

Help and advice face to face or over the phone, including Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi-speaking advisors.
0161 470 6048 sahara@alzheimers.org.uk 

www.alzheimers.org.uk/support-services/Greater%20Manchester%20Local%20Services/Sahara%20Dementia%20Service%20for%20South%20Asian%20Communities/regional  

ACCG Day Care Service 

  • Day service support for the elderly and those with dementia or other long-term conditions. 
  • Fun activities, Fitness Classes, Cultural Events, Health Promotion Support and Meal Club. 
  • Respite for Carers 
  • Wheelchair Adapted Transport available. 
  • £12 for annual membership fee for exclusive benefits and Member only events. 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS 
  • Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 09.00 – 16.30. 

ACCG Health and Long-Term Conditions Support 

  • If you would like to learn more about or may have Diabetes, Hypertension, COPD or Cancer and you would like to know more about what Community Support is available to you, contact or visit the ACCG 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS 
  • Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 09.00 – 16.30. 

On Top of the World project  

Aims to make a difference to older people’s lives in Hulme. Tackling isolation or loneliness. We provide friendship, food, Savings, pop up clothing shop, advocacy and events. We have been established since 2015.

Aquarius community centre, 21 Eden Close, M15 6AX  

12-2.30pm Every Wednesday 

Free hot meal – Bingo – Fun – Friendship 

Community savers club 

07826 637 754  

Link Good Neighbours (Rusholme and Moss Side) 

Works to reduce isolation and loneliness for people over 50 and adults with long term health conditions and disabilities. We aim to do this by building networks of support to improve people’s quality of life and sense of wellbeing. 

Currently we have the following groups running: 

  • Monday 11-2pm– social group for socially isolated people,  
  • Tuesday 10.30-11.30 seated/standing exercise £1 per session NHS instructor .  
  • Wednesday 1-3pm – art group cost 50p- some materials provided,  
  • Friday 11-1.30 Soup and roll & desert £2 

Trinity house, Grove Close (off Platt Lane) Rusholme M14 5AA,  0161 2251064 

Physical Activity Referral Service 

If your mental or physical health is stopping you from being active, Manchester Active PARS is here to help.
0161 974 7839 or physicalactivityteam@mcractive.com 

ACCG Clothes Bank 

  • From Adults to newborns, the ACCG Clothes bank is available to support the needs of the community. 
  • All items are priced 
  • Claremont Centre, 2 Jarvis Road, Hulme M15 5FS. 
  • Monday to Friday, 09.00 – 16.30 

MSV Housing and One Manchester Community Drop-in 

Mondays 10am – 2pm where you can speak to an MSV or One Manchester officer about any concerns that you may wish to raise or support required. 
Positive Futures 125 Great Western Street, Manchester, M14 4AA
Email positivefutures@msvhousing.co.uk or call Natalie on 07786 960241 

Zion Community Resource Centre 

Offers a range of support and activities. Café, warm hub, food support & community shop, support with Long Term health Conditions, Mental health as well as art, exercise sessions and various advice and support groups. 
Open Monday to Friday 8 am to 6pm (8pm on a Thursday)
Call 0161 226 5412

Mustafia Sharif: 

Homeless Feed Programme:
Our Homeless Feed Programme is a beacon of hope in our community, assisting those facing tough times and hunger.
Location: Manchester, Piccadilly Gardens
Timing: Every Monday and Friday at 8:00 PM
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

Coffee Morning:
Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and meaningful conversations in a welcoming atmosphere.
Location: Longsight Community Art Space, 89 Northmoor Road, M12 5RT
Timing: Every Monday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

CarePath Project:
A supportive space to relax, connect with fellow carers, and enhance caregiving skills.
Location: Longsight Community Art Space, 89 Northmoor Road, M12 5RT
Timing: Every Monday, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

Heart Beat Wellness Programme:
Through our heartbeat awareness sessions, we empower individuals to take proactive steps towards preventing health issues before they arise.
Location: Longsight Community Art Space, 89 Northmoor Road, M12 5RT
Timing: Every Monday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

Employability Support Programme:
A platform offering career insights and educational support.
Timing: By appointment only
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

Emergency Food Packs:
Providing essential food items to those in urgent need.
Timing: Arranged via call
Contact: mustafiasharif@hotmail.co.uk/07578 608135 

Your neighbourhood health and care teams

Care Navigators

This non-clinical service helps people navigate access to care and support in the community. They work with you, connecting you to the right service that is available to you, at the right time, depending on your support needs.

Manchester Case Management
NHS and social care professionals who specialise in non-emergency support for people and their families/carers who have complex long-term health conditions and social needs. Referral only.

Manchester Local Care Organisation (MLCO)
MLCO is the NHS and City Council organisation that provides your community health and adult social care services based locally. That includes district nursing and other out of hospital services.

We also work to improve health and wellbeing locally, bringing together and working with community organisations, local people, with GPs, volunteers and others.

Hulme, Moss Side and Rusholme:

  • X/Twitter – @AdamHealthDev
  • www.manchesterlco.org/neighbourhoods/hulme-mossside-rusholme

Ardwick and Longsight:

  • X/Twitter – @ArdwLongINT
  • www.manchesterlco.org/neighbourhoods/ardwick-longsight