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Compassion In Action Christmas Appeal 2025
As this marks our 18th year of our annual Christmas Project, we are once again sending a heartfelt thank you to YOU. With your belief in our work, continued support, generosity, and kind donations of toys, a total of 3,497 brand new toys have been distributed to our most vulnerable families this Christmas, along with […]
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JJ Harrison PVC Products Take on the GB 50-Mile Ultra Pennine Barrier for Charity
On May 2nd 2026, Nick and Danny, of JJ Harrison PVC Products, will be taking on one of the toughest endurance challenges in the UK — the GB 50 mile Ultra Pennine Barrier. This brutal ultra-distance run across the Pennines will push them through long miles, steep climbs, unpredictable weather, and sheer physical and mental […]
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Leigh Primary Care Network Recognised with National Clinical Improvement Award
Dr Gen Wong, Clinical Director at the Leigh Primary Care Network, shared the following comments upon receiving the Clinical Improvement Award: ”In 2023, general practice within Leigh Primary Care Network (PCN) initiated a collaborative programme with Compassion in Action to develop a new pathway supporting residents with mental health difficulties. The programme is grounded in […]
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Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to Compassion In Action CEO Pam Gilligan
CEO of Compassion In Action, Pam Gilligan, has been presented with the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the 2025 Wigan Borough Business Awards. This award recognises individuals who have demonstrated long-term commitment, leadership, and outstanding contribution to their sector and local community. Through pioneering non-clinical mental health services and unwavering dedication, Pam has shown community-led innovation […]
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Community outings help Compassion in Action Cadets learn to ‘Love Where They Live’
Compassion in Action Community Cadets have been learning to ‘Love Where They Live’ during a series of outings in the Borough. Supervised by our Youth Consultant Leigh Nash and supported by volunteers, the Cadets have visited both Spinning Gate Shopping Centre and Sandringham Court – a retirement community of 49 properties in Lowton. Promoting communication, […]
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Wigan Borough recognition for Compassion in Action with ‘Charity of the Year’ award win
Compassion in Action were named ‘Charity of the Year’ at the 2025 Wigan Borough Business Awards. This accolade celebrates charitable organisations that show compassion, dedication and selflessness in their efforts to address social needs and improve the lives of those they serve. The presentation took place at The Brick Community Stadium on Saturday, 27 September […]
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‘Love Where You Live’ vision inspires Compassion in Action Community Cadets Programme
The fourth cohort of our Community Cadets Programme is under way at Patrick House. Year 6 pupils who are transitioning to high school in September are meeting weekly on Tuesday nights to enjoy purposeful activities designed to help them gain skills, grow their confidence and form new friendships. The fully funded 12-month programme has been […]
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Compassion in Action’s non-clinical mental health service praised in House of Commons
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care has praised Compassion in Action’s non-clinical mental health service in the House of Commons. The Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP did so having heard about our pioneering prevention and intervention open-ended access model from Leigh MP Jo Platt. Addressing Mr Streeting in the House of Commons, […]
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