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Making Space, in partnership with Halo Housing Association and Lancashire County Council, has opened Inspiring Minds East – a new supported living rehabilitation service in Burnley. The development provides nine self-contained flats with 24/7 support, helping people living with mental illness build the skills and confidence to move towards independence.

We’re delighted to welcome Beacon Counselling into Making Space. This merger expands our Talking Therapies and wellbeing services, ensuring more people can access vital mental health support.

Making Space has celebrated the dedication and compassion of colleagues at our fourth annual Colleague Awards. From long service heroes to inspiring newcomers, the winners highlight the incredible impact our teams make every day.

As part of Suicide Prevention Month and in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, our Bradford and Airedale Carer Support Service proudly joined the Baton of Hope Tour 25 in Bradford. Together with carers, volunteers and staff, we carried the baton at Valley Parade and connected with the community at the Charity Village, standing in solidarity to raise awareness, remember loved ones, and share the support available to carers across the district.

Across Making Space services, people came together to remember, reflect and celebrate VE Day 80, marking this historic anniversary with creativity, community and heartfelt tributes.

We’re thrilled to share that our Café Connect, part of the Connect Hub (Warrington Day Service), was featured on Good Morning Britain today, 10 December. The feature was part of the inspiring ‘1 Million Minutes’ campaign, an initiative that encourages viewers to volunteer and pledge their time to help tackle loneliness.

Two exceptional women from Making Space, our CEO Rachel Peacock and volunteer Sue Smith, have been named winners at the prestigious Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) Awards 2024!

This December our Café Connect, part of the Connect Hub, a vital lifeline for mental health support in the community is now offering a range of new regular and festive events designed to nurture mental wellbeing, reduce loneliness, and build connections.

This November, Making Space is proudly celebrating its achievements at the regional finals of the prestigious Great British Care Awards (GBCA), a celebration of excellence and dedication within the UK’s social care sector. Our team received nominations in 11 categories, reflecting the remarkable passion and commitment across our services. With four award recognitions in the North West and Yorkshire and Humber regions, our dedicated colleagues continue to inspire everyone at Making Space.

Four remarkable women Making Space, including CEO Rachel Peacock, are in the running for Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) Awards, celebrating their exceptional contributions to the care sector.