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Building bridges to a new life: Jon’s Big Life journey

January 27, 2020

Four years ago I stepped off a stool with a rope around my neck. Before he called Living Well in Rochdale, Jon He...

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Turning stigma into strength: Rachel’s Big Life journey

January 9, 2020

“I wanted to share my lived experience on a one to one basis and I thought volunteering with Peer Support would give me a good foundati...

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Running towards dreams: Tony’s Big Life Journey

“It’s been good for my mental health. It’s made me into a different sort of person and given me confidence. I know I’m no Mo Farah but ...

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From street life to community champion: Andy’s Big Life journey

"I’m enjoying myself and getting my own life back because of Big Life and Living Well. It’s given me a purpose to keep going."...

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Finding the strength to move forward – Carly’s Be Well journey

July 9, 2019

My mental health and confidence was on the floor when we first met – you really helped me to pick myself up after a year of grief a...

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