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Josh's Story
Date Published: 15/04/2013
We supported Josh, 23, through our counselling service, when he suffered a bad spout of depression. Read his story here..
read morePaul's Story
Date Published: 15/04/2013
We’re always looking for people to share their story, whether they have used our services or want to write about issues passionate to them. Here we meet Paul who shares his experiences around mental health.
read moreFrom Politics to Polari: LGB history brought to life by The …
Date Published: 15/04/2013
In January The LGF was awarded money from the Heritage Lottery Fund to undertake a history project in 2013. As part of our year-long celebration of the LGB past we are teaming up with some amazing individuals and projects in order to bring you a series of entertaining and engaging events.
read moreDepression Awareness Week: How your GP can help
Date Published: 09/04/2013
This week is Depression Awareness Week (15th April). Opening up about depression, anxiety or stress for the first time can be a frightening experience but whatever you’re experiencing, visiting your GP is a good place to start with getting help.
read moreDepression Awareness Week: More than Just a 'Down Day'
Date Published: 09/04/2013
We've wrote a series of article to mark Depression Awareness Week (15th April). In this we explore the meaning of 'depression' and what it means to different people.
read moreBetter Mental Health & Wellbeing in 5 Easy Steps
Date Published: 09/04/2013
This week (15th April) is Depression Awareness Week and we share with you 5 top tips to help your improve your wellbeing and emotional resilience. Why not give it a go?
read more'Phone Snatching a Problem in the City'
Date Published: 11/04/2013
'Phone snatching' is becoming a problem in Manchester City Centre, with a member of LGF staff becoming a victim only the other day. Here GMP City Centre shares some mobile phone crime advice with you...
read moreMeet Rob
Date Published: 03/04/2013
Each week we'll be featuring a member of LGF staff so you can get to know the team. This week we meet Rob Cookson, Director of Business Development.
read moreWatch! New video about wellbeing support at The LGF
Date Published: 09/04/2013
We’re recently made a video all about wellbeing support at The LGF and some of the common issues we support people with. Find out more and watch here!
read moreCan You Hear Me?
Date Published: 03/04/2013
Giving a voice to lesbian and bisexual women, living with a mental health problem.
read moreMeet Sian
Date Published: 02/04/2013
Each week we'll be featuring a member of LGF staff so you can get to know the team. This week we meet Sian Payne, Director of Organisational Development.
read moreNational LGB&T Cancer Taskforce - get involved
Date Published: 02/04/2013
Macmillan Cancer Support, together with the National LGB&T Partnership, is interested in setting up a Task Force looking at the issues for people with Cancer for the LGB&T community.
read moreOut with Prostate Cancer
Date Published: 01/04/2013
The LGF, Prostate Cancer UK and the US based non-profit organisation Malecare have set up a new prostate cancer support group in Manchester especially for gay and bisexual men.
read moreDiversity Insurance Pledges Support to The LGF
Date Published: 27/03/2013
Diversity Insurance, a new LGB&T insurance company, have pledged their support to The LGF and will be donating £2 for every quotation received.
read moreNew Project Gives LGB People a Voice in Health Care
Date Published: 26/03/2013
A new project by The LGF will empower people from the lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) community to become ‘The Lesbian & Gay Foundation's Community Leaders’ to champion LGB health and care needs.
read moreSister Jacqui Moff's Charity Do
Date Published: 25/03/2013
Sister Jacqui Moff is hosting a charity do in support of The LGF on Sunday 31st March 7pm at Via. Come and show yoru support. Fantastic prizes to be won!
read moreBig Spring Camp
Date Published: 20/03/2013
With today, 20th March, marking the first official day of Spring, why not put a Spring in your step with OutdoorLads' Big Spring Camp in North Wales over the May bank holiday weekend.
read moreDo you need a BOOST?
Date Published: 20/03/2013
Do you ever feel stressed or low? Would you like to know how to manage those feelings? Join us for a new 6 week course to help improve your wellbeing. Starting on 23rd April 6 - 8pm here at The LGF.
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Man robbed and raped in Manchester city centre
Date Published: 19/03/2013
A man has been robbed and raped in Manchester city centre. Greater Manchester Police are appealing for witnesses and The LGF are urging everyone to look after their own personal safety.
read moreTeam Taurus Take on the BUPA Great Manchester Run in Support…
Date Published: 14/03/2013
Canal Street Bar Taurus are running in the BUPA Great Manchester Run on 26th May in support of The Lesbian & Gay Foundation, urging others to join in support.
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