Branching Out – Tameside

Meet the Branching Out team

Chris – Project Manager

Chris is the manager of Branching Out. He is responsible for making sure we provide a quality service for young people, children and their families in Tameside.

Favourite film: It’s difficult to pick a favourite as it changes all the time, but today I’ll say Back To The Future!

Favourite meal: Pizza with lots of toppings

Dream holiday destination: I’ve always wanted to explore Tibet and hike the Himalayas.

Fave band/artist: Beastie Boys for band and Bob Dylan for artist!

Louise – Family Worker

Louise works with young people who are affected by someone else’s drug and alcohol use and enjoys improving family relationships.

Favourite film: Star Wars

Favourite meal: Lasagne

Dream holiday destination: Iceland

Favourite band/artist: Portishead

Caroline – Young Person's Worker

Caroline supports young people with their substance use and is passionate about providing advice and guidance to those who need it most.

Favourite film: The Silence of the Lambs

Favourite meal: Crisps!

Dream holiday destination: Bali

Favourite band/artist: The Stone Roses

Anna – Young Persons Worker

Anna has previously supported a range of youth-focused programmes empowering the most vulnerable young people, and continues to do the same at Branching Out. She is also our link to the Youth Justice Service.

Favourite film: Arrival

Favourite meal: Hard to pick, for now I’ll say tacos!

Dream holiday destination: Backpacking across Canada

Favourite band/artist: Bear's Den

Mandie – Children and Concerned Others Worker

Mandie works with both young people and family members who are worried about someone else’s drug or alcohol use.

Favourite film: I love a musical, so it has to be Dream Girls!

Favourite meal: Curry goat, rice, peas and mac and cheese

Dream holiday destination: New Orleans for Mardi Gras

Favourite band/artist: Anything RnB and soul!