Gaddum

Gaddum Hi, we're Gaddum. We are a mental health and carers charity for Greater Manchester. Registered charity no.507162 Hi, I’m Gaddum.

I’m a charity offering advocacy, carer support, mental health, counselling and therapy services to Manchester. For nearly 200 years, I’ve been a voice for people struggling to have theirs heard, a shoulder to cry on for those shouldering a burden and a helping hand for anyone helping others to cope. I believe supporting individuals has a ripple effect on the whole community, ultimately building be

tter futures all round. Everyone’s circumstances are unique, but whatever situation you find yourself in, I’m here to listen.

10/06/2026

Paul lives in Swinton and cares for his mum, who lives in a nearby care home.

In this short film, Paul shares his experience of juggling his caring role with work responsibilities. Paul also shares the advice he’d give to others who care for a family member, but don’t necessarily consider themselves a carer.

A huge thank you to Paul for inviting us into his home, sharing his experiences and helping to raise awareness of unpaid carers during National Carers Week 💙

10/06/2026

Paul lives in Swinton and cares for his mum, who lives in a nearby care home.

In this short film, Paul shares his experience of juggling his caring role with work responsibilities. Paul also shares the advice he’d give to others who care for a family member, but don’t necessarily consider themselves a carer.

A huge thank you to Paul for inviting us into his home, sharing his experiences and helping to raise awareness of unpaid carers during National Carers Week 💙

The Caregiving Exhibition & Carer Zines are currently open to visitors at Salford Civic Centre for Carers Week, and at C...
10/06/2026

The Caregiving Exhibition & Carer Zines are currently open to visitors at Salford Civic Centre for Carers Week, and at Cadishead Library throughout the remainder of June 😊

Created by Salford Carers and brought to life by photographer & former carer Photos with Fiona, the exhibition and printed zines capture the experiences of unpaid carers through photography and written submissions.

The exhibition has already travelled through Pendleton, Walkden and Swinton.

Here's where it’s heading next:

➡️ Eccles Library in July
➡️ Healthwatch Salford's Health Fair on 7th July
➡️ Broughton Hub and Salford hospitals later this year

Supported by Salford Council, Gaddum, Age UK Salford and Trafford, Humphrey Booth Dementia Resource Centre and Salford Libraries, and funded by Arts Council England.

09/06/2026

has been a carer since she was six years old. She cares for her mum, who lives with schizophrenia.

A huge thank you to Zoey, for sharing your experience of being a carer for

Watch Zoey’s full film by searching for ‘Gaddum That Counts as Caring’, or by heading to our YouTube channel.

09/06/2026

Zoey lives in Manchester and cares for her mum, who lives with schizophrenia.

In this short film, Zoey shares her experiences of being a young carer from age six and the difficulties of caring for someone who struggles with their mental health.

Thank you, Zoey, for sharing your experiences as part of That Counts as Caring; a carers awareness campaign for 💛

Find out more at: https://www.gaddum.org.uk/campaigns/that-counts-as-caring/

Thank you to Salford carer, Chantelle, for sharing your poem 'Stand Fast, Stand Strong' about persevering through life's...
09/06/2026

Thank you to Salford carer, Chantelle, for sharing your poem 'Stand Fast, Stand Strong' about persevering through life's challenges.

You can read Chantelle's poem on our website here: https://www.gaddum.org.uk/news/2026/06/stand-fast-stand-strong/

And if you fancy giving some creative writing a go, why not join us for our Creative Writing Session & Carers Exhibition this Thursday?

Details as follows:

✒️ Creative Writing Session & Carers Exhibition
📍 Ordsall Hall
📆 Thursday 11th June
⏰ 9.30am - 12.30pm

Events are free to attend for all unpaid carers in Salford.

To sign up for any events, please complete our online form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XoJ1QUfAqEy-_yg1H8pgjTi9ZNLrzr5DlWEnBEtKH6FUOE5KODJQSDBPSktYUDBYSTUxSFg1TTJRRi4u&route=shorturl

Or you can contact our Salford Carers team via email: [email protected]

Hope to see you there!

09/06/2026

Pam lives in Salford and cares for her mum, June, who is 91 and has dementia.

In this short film, Pam shares the impact that caring for her mum has had on her own life, and the changes she’d like to see for future carers.

A huge thank you to Pam for inviting us into her home, sharing her experiences and helping to raise awareness of unpaid carers during National Carers Week 💙

If you care for someone and you live in Salford or Manchester, search for ‘Gaddum That Counts as Caring’, to find support available in your area.

09/06/2026

Pam lives in Salford and cares for her mum, June, who is 91 and has dementia.

In this short film, Pam shares the impact that caring for her mum has had on her own life, and the changes she’d like to see for future carers.

A huge thank you to Pam for inviting us into her home, sharing her experiences and helping to raise awareness of unpaid carers during National Carers Week 💙

08/06/2026

Many people come to relationship therapy at a difficult or uncertain point in their lives, and taking the first step to seek support can feel daunting.

We understand that relationships can be complex and that asking for help is not always easy. Gaddum is here to support you, with our affordable relationship therapy service, costing £40 per session.

We offer our low-cost relationship therapy service to anyone in Greater Manchester over the age of 18.

There are 10 councils within Greater Manchester that fall into this catchment area: Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan.

We accept referrals from:

- Couples, including heteros*xual, same s*x couples and people in the LGBTQI+ community

- Parents and adult children (18+ only)

- Individuals where the focus is upon a particular relationship issue

- Other relationships, including friends, siblings, or other family members

Find out more and complete a referral on our website, or search for ‘Gaddum relationship therapy’

Address

C/o St Wilfrid's Enterprise Centre, Royce Road
Manchester
M155BJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441618346069

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