Have you got a head for heights? On Saturday 9th September we are holding our first ever indoor climbing challenge at Rope Race Climbing Centre. Participants will be able to climb the equivalent height of Manchester’s Beetham Tower in the comfort of the indoor climbing centre. Children are more than welcome to take part in the… Read more »
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Ed Takes on Big Stockport Run 10k
Our Shared Lives Registered Manager, Ed, is taking on the Big Stockport Run in aid of Independent Options. Ed will be running the grueling 10k race, which makes its way around Stockport town from its starting point of St Petersgate on 17th September. While Ed is a seasoned pro at sports – he currently cycles… Read more »
Andy Gears up to Take on Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride
Andy is getting on his bike and training hard as he prepares to take on the Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride in aid of Independent Options! Andy is gearing up for the challenge, which will see him cycle a staggering 60 miles on Sunday 9th July from its starting point at the Imperial War Museum… Read more »
Hop to it! Easter Fair Raises Over £1,200
There was an air of eggs-citement at Independent Options after the Stockport-based charity raised a phenomenal £1,246.53 at its Easter Egg Hunt and Fair. A certain cotton-tailed bunny with a basket full of goodies took time out of his busy schedule to visit the charity, which aims to empower people with disabilities, stopping to say… Read more »
Rock On! Join Independent Options’ Climbing Challenge
Have you got a head for heights? On Saturday 9th September we are holding our first ever indoor climbing challenge at Rope Race Climbing Centre. Participants will be able to climb the equivalent height of Manchester’s Beetham Tower in the comfort of the indoor climbing centre. Children are more than welcome to take part in… Read more »
We Need Your Help!
We’re holding a bag packing event at Sainsbury’s Hazel Grove, and we need your help! Can you spare an hour of your time on Friday 10th, Saturday 11th or Sunday 12th March to help us pack shopper’s bags? If so, please do get in touch! Email us at fundraising@independentoptions.org.uk or call 0161 456 6502 Since… Read more »
AstraZeneca Goes Green for Independent Options
Teams of volunteers from pharmaceuticals giant AstraZeneca came along to Hallfield Guesthouse and the Children and Family Centre to help tidy up the gardens. The teams did an incredible job and worked extraordinarily hard, and now the gardens are looking blooming lovely! A huge thanks to everyone who came along and helped!