Meet The Team

The Trustees

Lindsay

TRUSTEE

I have a passion for focusing on holistic approaches to well-being,
​with experience in healthcare.

Brian

TRUSTEE

Many years of experience in the banking and business sectors, Brian is our Treasurer.

Jo

TRUSTEE

I have more than 15 years' experience in HR and Learning & Development across a number of different sectors, including financial services, retail and leisure. 

Rachel

TRUSTEE

I live with my husband and children in Prestwich.  I have spent my career working in IT and I hope to bring this experience in my role as trustee at the Creative Living Centre.  The Creative Living Centre plays a vital role in our local community and I’m delighted to make a contribution to its continuing success.

Claire

TRUSTEE

I have a background of working within health and social care with a particular focus on homelessness, addiction and recovery. I have a passion for improving health inequalities, especially in relation to mental health.

Nigel

TRUSTEE

​Since commencing my career as a building surveyor many years ago I have since become involved in many aspects of property, facilities & project management but over the last 10 years my focus has been on property strategy & planning. I am married with 2 sons & 2 Bedlington Terriers, I support Manchester United, enjoy keep fit training & playing my guitars. 

The Staff

Our staff members have years of experience in their respective roles and look to improve the health and wellbeing of our community by keeping the Centre running like clockwork. 

Kate

OPERATIONAL LEAD

 I have a background working in marketing and communications and currently work as Operational Lead with CLC.

Liz

CHIEF OFFICER

I have a background in the NHS and have been Centre Manager since 2008.

Debs

SENIOR SUPPORT COORDINATOR

I have been supporting people on an emotional level since 2008.  I have an integrated approach to holistic well-being.  My passion is supporting people during difficult times by using all that Creative Living Centre offers.

Holly

SENIOR SUPPORT COORDINATOR

I started my position as a support coordinator at the centre in January 2014. In my role at the centre I particularly enjoy facilitating the 'Your Wellness Toolkit' course. 

Shelley

SENIOR SUPPORT COORDINATOR

I have been involved with CLC since 2007. I am passionate about working with people helping them to have a better understanding of how to manage their own mental health leading to a more fulfilling life.

Jon

SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Hello all! My name is Jon Guerrier and some of you may recognise me as I was a volunteer and helped out on reception did some co-tutoring as well as peer mentoring. I enjoy to work with people in my own community and helping out in any way I can.

Sue

PROJECT COORDINATOR

As a Creating Better Chances Worker my main focus is developing and strengthen our ‘moving forward’ programme.

Charli

TAKE-PART COORDINATOR

I am the Take Part Co-Ordinator at the centre. I am really passionate about the positive impact that peer support can have on recovery.

Paula

FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR

I've been working in fundraising for over 25 years and joined CLC as Fundraising Coordinator in 2019.

Bessie

VOLUNTEER ADMINISTRATOR

My role at the centre is in the recruitment and support of volunteers, I am passionate about mental health and my experience in customer service helps to support the staff team and the delivery of holistic well being activities at the centre.