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Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal Society (MBBCS) is a members’ organisation open to anyone with an interest in the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal. As a voluntary organisation the governance of the MBBCS is the responsibility of an elected Council. The MBBCS is also registered charity (1048407) and complies with the requirements of the Charity Commission.

The aim of the MBBCS is to restore, reconstruct, preserve, maintain and improve the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal which commences at Middlewood Locks in Salford and runs northwards to Nob End in Little Lever from where the canal divides into branches to Bolton and Bury, a total length of just over 15 miles.

The MBBCS does not own any part of the canal but works with the owners of the canal including the Canal & River Trust and with other interested organisations to achieve its aim. Parts of the canal are in water and used for recreation, mainly fishing. Other parts of the canal bed are wildlife habitats. The MBBCS is keen that any restoration that takes place achieves biodiversity net gain and benefits the wellbeing of all users of the canal.

The MBBCS has a range of activities including work on the infrastructure of the canal, regular meetings on various aspects of canal and related history and engagement with local communities to promote the canal as a resource for learning and for green and blue exercise. The MBBCS publishes a regular journal with a range of content that is canal related.

Methodist Homes for the Aged is a charity whose mission is to improve the quality of life for older people, inspired by Christian concern. Our values include treating everyone fairly and with dignity, respecting every person as a unique individual and nurturing each person’s body, mind and spirit to promote a fulfilled life.

Middlebrook Angels Workplace Chaplaincy offers a listening ear and support to people who work in shops, hospitality and other businesses on Middlebrook Retail and Leisure park in Horwich. If any staff members are going through a time of illness, bereavement, worry or concern of any kind our team are there to listen, and, when appropriate, signpost people to relevant support services.

The MND Association focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

In Bolton we provide financial support grants, support meetings and volunteers who can provide one to one practical and emotional support.

Charity working in Bolton. Providing food clothes and furniture to families and individuals struggling to survive in our Town 365 days a year.

We play outdoor crown green bowls socially and we are affiliated to three leagues, which, at the moment, are not playing due to Coronavirus. Playing in these leagues only takes up three evenings a week.
Our season runs from March to the end of September depending on the weather. We are open 7 days a week.
We offer membership to everyone, but this will be cancelled if people abuse the club rules.
Some of our members help out with any jobs that need to be done on the green and around the green as we have plenty of flower beds that need attention. Often this provides a change of scene for some people and a chance to get outside and meet people.
If people come to us who can't play, our members will show them how to play and encourage them.
We also have a social side: every 3-4 weeks we hold in-house competitions for which we have trophies which members can keep until the following season. We provide a buffet-type tea which is usually enjoyed by everyone; there is a small charge for this. Also a raffle. This helps boost the club funds. There is also an Annual General Meeting, under normal circumstances. Everyone is welcome.

Passion for Bolton 2030 is Bolton’s town-wide church unity group consisting of a team of church leaders and leaders of Christian organisations who aim to share the love of God across Bolton with the vision of seeing a thriving, prosperous Bolton with a united church playing its part. We support churches and Christian organisations and encourage them to maximise their engagement with the Bolton Vision Partnership’s ‘Bolton 2030 Vision’ and develop their support of the Bolton community. Our focus themes include starting well, living well, ageing well, prayer, tackling social isolation and poverty, supporting asylum seekers and refugees, caring for the environment, developing leaders, getting people active and supporting children and young people. See PASSION_BOLTON on Twitter and Facebook for further information.

Our programmes support the development of crucial life skills, improve confidence and boost self-esteem.
We target children and young people at key transition points so they can maximise their learning experiences.
We look beyond the problems young people face, and towards their potential. We nurture the assets, talents, resources and abilities all children possess.

Power2 run a range of programmes including;
Teens and Toddlers - The Teens and Toddlers educational programme is delivered over one morning or afternoon each week over 16 weeks and encourages young people to:
• Become a mentor and role model to a child in a nursery, supporting their learning and development.
• Take part in reflective group learning sessions which include specialised coaching to boost their self-confidence and raise aspirations.
• Achieve a national qualification in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1).
Power2 Rediscover - The Power2 Rediscover programme was developed as a direct response to the Covid-19 crisis and conversations we've had with young people, teachers, youth workers and carers about the impact the crisis has already had and will have in the future. Sessions include conversations and practical tools to help young people with:
• COVID-19 and understanding the new “normal” including the importance of social distancing.
• Mental health and wellbeing including helping participants develop positive routines, healthy habits and sleeping patterns.
• Tackling feelings of loneliness and isolation by making sure young people know there is someone out there for them during lockdown and beyond.
• Practical and emotional support for coping with learning in lockdown.
• Planning for the future by setting goals and aspirations for both the long and short term and, crucially, providing young people with the tools they need to actively work towards them
• Earning a certificate of achievement on completion of the programme.

Reflections is a free counselling service for Bolton Residents offering free face to face, telephone, Zoom, WhatsApp and 'walk and talk' counselling sessions to adults in Bolton.

If you would like counselling to help you with the issues you are facing please contact us. Tel: 07539 974 949

We address the rising need for grass roots mental health therapy in support of people struggling with anxiety and poor mental wellbeing. We have an established progressive running programme targeted at people with anxiety and poor mental wellbeing promoting physical activity as therapy for improved mental health. Also weekly guided meditation on zoom, a SAFESPACE group which is a peer led support group and a weekly yoga class.

Senior Solutions (formerly Westhoughton Visiting Service), a registered charity, has been helping older people in Westhoughton and the surrounding districts, since 1997.
Through our dedicated team of volunteers and staff, we work to prevent the damaging effects of loneliness and social isolation. We have twice weekly luncheon clubs, a weekly social group and have volunteer befrienders providing support and company to older residents.

Speakeasy makes a positive difference to the lives of people who have aphasia and their carers. Based in Bury, but covering the North West, we provide support, advice and information, therapy activity and opportunity to improve communication, develop confidence, and reconnect with our communities. Our services are created by and for people with aphasia and specialist speech and language therapists.