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Professionals from across Cambridgeshire recently came together to celebrate the next chapter of the Community Navigator service, following its successful transition to national charity Making Space, and to reaffirm their shared commitment to supporting community wellbeing.

We’re proud to introduce Creating a Place for Everyone, Making Space’s first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy. Shaped by lived experience and developed in partnership with colleagues, volunteers, people we support and inclusion specialists, this landmark strategy sets out our commitment to building a genuine culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves.

A proud reflection on Christmas 2025 - from festive celebrations and creative activities to generous fundraising through our #CareAtChristmas appeal. With our Christmas raffle winners now announced, we celebrate the kindness and generosity that helped create brighter days for carers and the people we support.

Start the new year with a challenge that boosts your wellbeing and helps others. Less Clicks in ’26 inspires you to swap scrolling for self-care, creativity and time outdoors - all while raising vital funds for people supported by Making Space. Discover how you can get involved, set a goal that feels good, and make a real difference this January.

Making Space is proud to be supporting residents at a new supported living development in Huyton. The service is already making a positive impact, offering personalised, on-site support to help people live independently in safe, modern homes.

Making Space has delivered a specialist training session for north-west housing providers and local councils to help improve understanding and support for people living with hoarding behaviour, with plans to explore further sessions in the future.

Unpaid carers across Peterborough came together this month to celebrate the launch of the Peterborough Carers Wellbeing Service, now delivered by Making Space. The special event, held on Carers Rights Day, brought carers, partners, and community organisations together for a morning of wellbeing, connection, and support.

Celebrate International Volunteer Day 2025 with us as we highlight the incredible contributions of our volunteers and Co-production Champions. From award wins to co-produced innovation, this year’s theme - “Every contribution matters” - shines through in everything they do.

Making Space is celebrating success at the 2025 Great British Care Awards, with four regional from exceptional colleagues to inspirational unpaid carers, our winners showcase the compassion, dedication and person-centred values at the heart of our organisation.

Our Cheshire East All Ages Carers Hub marked BBC Scams Awareness Week with a special coffee morning in Poynton, where carers came together to learn practical tips on spotting, avoiding and reporting the latest scams.