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Partnering with the HR Summit
NW Hearts Charity is delighted to partner with the HR Summit on 11th February 2026 at the Radisson Blu Manchester Airport Hotel. The event by Forum events & media group is a specifically designed for people working in HR and provides an invaluable opportunity for...
Celebration support from 3 businesses
3 local businesses are showing their support for the second NW Hearts Charity, Excellence in Heart Care Celebration. Lean Minds, DRF Builders and Roofers, and Architek UK are the sponsors of this fantastic event, taking place on Thursday 5th February 2026 at...
Help NW Hearts Charity to win £1000 this December
The Benefact Group, does financial services differently – they give all available profits to charity and good causes, and hopefully NW Hearts Charity can benefit as a result! The Movement for Good Awards is their annual programme of giving that anyone can get involved...
Who will you nominate for a Special Recognition Award?
Everyone at NW Hearts Charity is really looking forward to the next Excellence in Heart Care Celebration, taking place in February 2026. It's a fantastic opportunity to celebrate all that is great in heart care in Greater Manchester. One of the ways we do this at the...
NW Hearts Charity funding helps carers with their heart health
Unpaid carers across Stockport with heart conditions will be able to benefit from additional support, thanks to new funding from NW Hearts Charity. Signpost for Carers has received funding to expand its Take a Break service, providing quality respite care so unpaid...
Really “easy” way you can raise funds for NWHC
If you shop online, did you know that you can raise funds for NW Hearts Charity at the same time (at no cost to yourself)? Easyfundraising is a free online platform that lets people raise donations for their chosen charity whenever they shop online. Word has reached...
Royal variety performance with a difference!
Patients and NHS staff at Salford Royal Hospital were treated to an uplifting and varied musical afternoon on Tuesday 11 November 2025, when NW Hearts Charity Chief Executive James White joined a “Singing for the Heart” session on one of the hospital’s cardiac wards....
A touch of drama
Members of the Bolton Heart support group, facilitated via a financial grant from NW Hearts Charity, were able to celebrate the end of the year with a trip to a local theatre. Patients enjoyed a performance of the play "Black Tie Ball" at Bolton Octagon last week,...
Connecting Care
Social Care industry suppliers were able to exhibit their products and services to providers of health and social care this week at Manchester Airport. Forum Events hosted this two-day conference and invited NW Hearts Charity to be their chosen charity. Sue and...
Introducing our new Chief Executive
We are delighted to introduce James White as the new Chief Executive of NW Hearts Charity. James brings a wealth of experience from national and local not-for-profit organisations. Sue Martin, our departing Chief Executive is finally taking a well-earned retirement...
Appreciation for the Shree Prajapati Association UK, Tameside branch
Following the delivery of a previous heart health session which around 45 members attended in February during National Heart Month, we were delighted to return to the Shree Prajapati Association UK, Tameside branch and join them in their 50 years celebration. Cristina...
Matters of the Heart Day
NW Hearts Charity were proud to be the charity partner of The Alexandra Hospital's educational event, "Matters of the Heart". It was a fantastic day filled with expert insights and meaningful conversation. A panel of expert cardiologists were able to help us all...
World Heart Day 2025 – Don’t Miss a Beat
Every year cardiovascular disease claims the lives of more than 20 million people. The 2025 theme on World Heart Day is "Don't Miss a Beat" reminding us that many of us are missing the every day choices that protect our hearts. Decide today to make at least 1 small...
Golfers brave the storms for Charity success
We didn't let a little thing like the weather deter our inaugural charity golf day. 12 teams braved the torrential rain, hail and thunder at Houldsworth Golf Club this week. Supported by former Solheim Cup Winner, Jo Morley, the day was a great success. Winners took...
Running in memory of a very special dad
Shannon's world was turned upside down on Wednesday 24th July 2024 after receiving a phone call from the police to say that her dear dad, Stephen, had suffered a cardiac arrest on the Metrolink on his way to work and had sadly passed away. At the time, Shannon was...
An inspirational Cardiologist and a very special man
NW Hearts Charity were privileged to officially open their newly funded courtyard garden at Wythenshawe Hospital’s Acute Coronary Care Unit. The former wasted area has been transformed into a calm and restful place which can be enjoyed by patients, their families and...
Heart to Heart
NW Hearts Charity recognises that the emotional and psychological trauma of administering cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the community is very real. Currently, support to the people who suddenly find themselves as emergency responders, often with no knowledge...
Bob’s inspiring story
When our Chief Executive, Sue Martin, was invited to meet one of the most inspirational cardiac survivors she jumped at the chance. There are only around 300 adults in the UK living with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) and Bob is one of them. Sue was amazed to...
A new chapter begins….We are seeking a new Chief Executive
After 3 years of managing our charity, our wonderful CEO is stepping down and heading into retirement. We are now seeking a new Chief Executive to steer and grow the charity as we step into the next exciting chapter. The recruitment for this position is being handled...
Laura gets in the rhythm
Laura is a cardiac rhythm management specialist nurse in greater Manchester meaning she works with patients that have all kinds of abnormal heart rhythms. She is one determined lady and has decided to push herself to go from beginner runner through to a marathon...