Fix Up Academy

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Fix Up Academy is a Manchester-based vocational rehabilitation training centre founded in 2023.

Our mission is to empower individuals from marginalised or disadvantaged backgrounds by equipping them with real-world skills, supporting their mental wellbeing, and promoting nutritional awareness. Established by experienced professionals in health, aesthetics, media, and vocational education, Fix Up Academy provides opportunities for personal growth, employment, and long-term stability. We believe everyone deserves a second chance—and we’re here to help them achieve it.

The “We Can Work It Out!” project, created in partnership with Manchester City Council, The Hideaway Youth Project and l...
07/11/2025

The “We Can Work It Out!” project, created in partnership with Manchester City Council, The Hideaway Youth Project and led by The Works Construction Academy, offers hands-on training, industry qualifications and direct connections to employers in the construction sector.
In collaboration with DWP, Catch22, Working Wardrobe, BAM, and B&K, the fully funded course gives learners:
The chance to gain a CSCS card and Health & Safety Level 1 certificate
Support with CV writing and interview skills
Access to a Meet the Employer event to connect with real opportunities
Free interview clothing and help with right-to-work documents
The chance to visit a live construction site and gain valuable work experience
Fifteen learners have already joined the first cohort, which successfully launched earlier this month and more programmes are on the way. The initiative has received strong feedback from both participants and partners, with plans to expand into other industries soon.
If you’re looking to start a career in construction, this course could be your first step.
Location: The Works, Salvation Army, 71 Grosvenor Street, M13 9UB
For more information, please contact Janet Wong at
Janet.Wong@gceducationandskills.ac.uk | theworksmanchester@gcemployment.uk
or call 07502 460 689 / 0161 359 3388

HOW DOES THIS LIST DEFINE US? The Government’s latest report on Britain’s most deprived areas makes grim reading for our...
07/11/2025

HOW DOES THIS LIST DEFINE US?
The Government’s latest report on Britain’s most deprived areas makes grim reading for our region.
And for us in North , it shows our city as the fifth neediest area with bordering East and also in the top ten. (See https://lnkd.in/dgQruvSq)
Says the article: “The report is the latest in a long-running series that are used by central and local government and other bodies to target resources for local services.”
We hope that is the case. Previous surveys berating and belittling deprived areas have done absolutely nothing to solve problems there.
Some green shoots are in the report – particularly for Oldham. Here in the likes of us are following their example of putting community first and investing in job creation and campaigns.

Fix Up Academy calls on Government to scrap “naming and shaming” plansToday, Fix Up Academy CIC has joined the call for ...
06/11/2025

Fix Up Academy calls on Government to scrap “naming and shaming” plans

Today, Fix Up Academy CIC has joined the call for the Government to protect families, children, and individuals working hard to rebuild their lives — by scrapping proposed plans to publicly name and shame people convicted of a crime.

Clause 35 of the Sentencing Bill, published in September, would give probation staff new powers to publish the names and photographs of people carrying out community payback schemes such as litter picking, cleaning graffiti, or community repairs.

While the wider legislation includes some positive and necessary reforms, we are deeply concerned about this particular proposal. Publicly naming and shaming individuals does not promote rehabilitation — it reinforces stigma, damages mental health, and creates further barriers to positive change.

This approach would also harm families and children, exposing them to potential bullying, emotional distress, and even threats of violence or vigilantism.

In an open letter to the Justice and Education Secretaries, published today, Fix Up Academy stands alongside over 20 other organisations and community leaders, urging the Government to withdraw Clause 35 and instead invest in genuine rehabilitation, education, and second chances for those ready to turn their lives around.

THE BEAR IS NEARLY HEREFriday sees Britain’s favourite fundraiser Children in Need hit the screens – with a distinct i...
04/11/2025

THE BEAR IS NEARLY HERE

Friday sees Britain’s favourite fundraiser Children in Need hit the screens – with a distinct influence!

Paddy McGuinness and Vernon Kay will be hosting the telethon and hoping to break records for giving to campaigns like ours’ which support young people in need.

If you are organising an event, the best of luck! If not, please donate what you can, as genuinely changes young lives.

Fix-Up enables homeless young men, veterans and others experiencing disadvantage to turn their lives around.

Drop us a line to find out more.

TIME TO CONCENTRATE ON THE HORROR OF NOTHING TO DOHalloween will see the usual dress-up, cosplay, trick or treat and par...
01/11/2025

TIME TO CONCENTRATE ON THE HORROR OF NOTHING TO DO
Halloween will see the usual dress-up, cosplay, trick or treat and parties.
But when the pumpkins, fake spider’s webs and witch’s hats are put away, what’s next for our young people to do?
We are hoping that you stay safe on November 5, and attend a properly organised fireworks display – such as the epic one down the road from our HQ at Heaton Park!
The cold nights should not descend into a hotbed of antisocial behaviour though, and we want to make sure youngsters have something positive to do – such as the boxing sessions we’ve organised in the past.
Can you help us? If so, drop us a message and
Pictured is the Neurodiversity Hub from Upturn Enterprise – getting the Halloween pumpkins ready!

CURB THE RISE IN YOUNG PATIENTS AT A STROKEThe team here at Fix-Up don’t confine their good works to our campaign.And on...
30/10/2025

CURB THE RISE IN YOUNG PATIENTS AT A STROKE
The team here at Fix-Up don’t confine their good works to our campaign.
And one of our gang reads to stroke victims in hospital – who, it seems, are getting younger.
Poor diet and lack of exercise are mooted as the causes. But it also seems the use of drugs such as co***ne causes spikes in blood pressure and other heart problems.
October 29 is , and we will be highlighting the impact of addiction on health.
Do you have counselling skills and the time to help young men get into more positive activities?
If you do, join with us. The lives of youngsters may depend on it.

Stroke Association

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY ON THE WAY – The focus of this year’s global event on wellbeing is access to help. And in the UK...
01/10/2025

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY ON THE WAY – The focus of this year’s global event on wellbeing is access to help.
And in the UK, this is a particularly poignant issue, given that one-third of young people believe they will need support with their mental health.
Tragic then, that youngsters are on such long waiting lists for the treatment they clearly need.
We are continuing to try and source the professionals who can aid those dealing with everything from depression to addiction counselling.
Contact us if you can help and

THE AUTISM CONNUNDRUM First it was the impact of the MMR jab – which later resulted in the striking-off of the doctor wh...
25/09/2025

THE AUTISM CONNUNDRUM
First it was the impact of the MMR jab – which later resulted in the striking-off of the doctor who claimed it caused autism.
Now has made links between the condition and women taking during pregnancy - https://lnkd.in/enrnH9-G
What cannot be questioned is the amount of people living with who find it hard to relate to others and therefore difficult to progress into work.
In fact, figures suggest just a fifth are in full-time employment. There are also far too many people in our prisons who are – often with undiagnosed , and autism.
Fix-Up wants to change that situation and is backing initiatives such as the new Neurodiversity Youth Hub.
Whatever the cause, we believe that autism should not be a barrier and that given a few adjustments – especially in the workplace – people with the condition can achieve.
Interested in helping us? Drop us a line and

25/09/2025

WHY YOUR BROOD WON’T LEAVE THE NEST
Over 95% of young people cannot afford deposits and mortgage payments meaning an increasing number stay at home with their parents.
So says a new survey which uses Office for General Statistics and house prices data alongside a study of 2,000 adults who are living with their parents, to help understand why. Visit https://lnkd.in/euDQK3qi
This is an awful situation. But at least these young people have someone to turn to. So many of those in touch with Fix-Up have either been sofa-surfing (living with friends), in care, or on the streets.
A roof over your head is a basic human right and we are doing all we can to support those who are and/or rough sleeping.
Can you help us? If so, drop us a line and

https://www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq65m95gqdjo.amp

HONOURING THE HITMAN As an organisation working within on men’s , we offer our sincerest condolences to the family an...
23/09/2025

HONOURING THE HITMAN
As an organisation working within on men’s , we offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Ricky Hatton.
Whilst his boxing prowess is worth saluting, the Hitman’s candour about the issues he faced was so refreshing and has inspired other men to open up and seek help from the likes of ourselves.
Certainly, his documentary “Hatton” is well worth a watch, though we suspect many will now find it even more powerful and heartbreaking.
Rest easy, champ.

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377-379 Bury Old Road
Prestwich
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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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