A little support.
A stronger
tomorrow.
Practical support and a welcoming community for people affected by sickle cell and their families across Greater Manchester.
Shared experiences. Practical information. Opportunities to connect.
A community you can turn to.
Find practical information, connect with others and discover activities that bring people together.
Sickle cell support
Plain-English information and community connection for people affected by sickle cell, their families and carers.
Explore information →Families and young people
Peer connection, youth activities and family workshops offer opportunities to share experiences and build confidence.
Discover our projects →Awareness and understanding
Community conversations and awareness activities help more people understand sickle cell and learn how they can contribute.
Connect with our team →
People at the centre.
Community all around.
We support children, young people, adults and families affected by sickle cell across Greater Manchester.
Our work brings practical information together with peer support and community activities. Everyday wellbeing, cultural connection and a sense of belonging all have a place here.
Speak to our team ↗Connection makes room for possibility.
We create opportunities for people to take part, share their experiences and support one another.
- Community activities and peer connection
- Practical information and signposting
- Family wellbeing and shared learning
- Cultural heritage and intergenerational stories
More ways to connect.
More reasons to take part.
Discover our current projects. Contact our team for participation information, upcoming activities and available support.
An inclusive activity project bringing people together through gentle movement, shared encouragement and community connection.
- 36 inclusive activity sessions
- A focus on wellbeing and confidence
- Opportunities to connect through taking part
Using National Lottery funding. Thank you to National Lottery players.
An 18-month community programme across Greater Manchester for children, young people, adults and families affected by sickle cell.
- 36 planned community sessions
- Peer support and family wellbeing workshops
- Gentle outdoor activities and shared learning
- Practical information and appointment preparation
Thank you to National Lottery players.
Our stories.
Our roots.
Shared with pride.
Heritage Growth brings Igbo heritage into conversation through workshops, oral histories and community celebration.
Language, memories and shared traditions connect generations and create opportunities to learn from one another.
Ask about our heritage work →Start with reliable information.
These NHS resources provide information about sickle cell disease, being a carrier and blood donation.
Sickle cell disease
Read NHS information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Visit the NHS ↗ — opens in a new tabSickle cell trait
Read NHS information about being a carrier and what it can mean for families.
Visit the NHS ↗ — opens in a new tabGiving blood
Find eligibility information and appointments through NHS Blood and Transplant.
Visit NHS Give Blood ↗ — opens in a new tab
A little of your time.
A meaningful contribution.
Share your skills, support an activity or connect your organisation with our work.
Volunteer with us
Ask about opportunities to help with activities, events and community support.
Ask about volunteering →Become a partner
Explore collaboration, sponsorship or practical support for our community projects.
Discuss a partnership →Join an activity
Contact us to find out what is coming up and discuss taking part.
Get in touch →Our funders and supporters.
We appreciate the organisations and National Lottery players who help make our work possible.
Let’s make a difference together.
Need support, want to join an activity or interested in helping our work? We would love to hear from you.