New care leavers hub opens in Wigan

A tired community space in Wigan has been transformed into a hub for care-leavers. 617 Liverpool Road in Platt Bridge has been renovated into a safe space to help them with the transition to adulthood.Personal advisors are on hand to support them when they are looking to become semi-independent as well as helping with training and job hunting.

By Sian Jones

Published 30th Nov 2022, 15:45 BST

The Hub was opened by Coun Jenny Bullen, the portfolio holder for children, young people and families at Wigan Council

Coun Jenny Bullen, centre, cuts the ribbon to officially open the centre, pictured with care leavers and director of childrens services Colette Dutton, third from left, and Service Lead Children in Care & Care Leavers Jacqui Hardman, second from right.

1. The official opening of The Hub

Coun Jenny Bullen, centre, cuts the ribbon to officially open the centre, pictured with care leavers and director of childrens services Colette Dutton, third from left, and Service Lead Children in Care & Care Leavers Jacqui Hardman, second from right. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson

Care leavers in the craft room.

2. The official opening of The Hub

Care leavers in the craft room. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson

3. The official opening of The Hub

. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson

4. WIGAN - 26-10-22 The official opening of The Hub, in conjuction with Care Leaver's Week, the former community space, 617 Liverpool Road, Platt Bridge has been transform with the input of care leavers and provides a welcoming, safe space. Care leavers in the craft room.

. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson

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