Mission Statement and Core Objectives

At Want That Change, our mission is to transform the lives of individuals and the local business community across Tameside by fostering health, purpose, and collaboration. We empower individuals to achieve better physical and mental well-being, discover their passions, and find purpose, while partnering with businesses to enhance community engagement, drive growth, and create new opportunities. Through holistic health support, career guidance, and strategic business collaborations, we aim to inspire positive, lasting change in both people and businesses, one town at a time.

In alignment with the government's commitment to preventative healthcare and community-led initiatives, we provide community-based solutions that actively reduce the burden on the NHS by promoting preventative health measures and early interventions. Our mission is to be at the forefront of this shift, helping communities take control of their health and well-being through sustainable, locally-driven support systems.

Core Objectives

Health and Wellness Improvement:

Objective:
To support individuals in making positive changes to their health by reversing conditions like type 2 diabetes, managing PCOS, lowering cholesterol, weight management, and achieving overall wellness. Our holistic approach focuses on preventive healthcare through education and early intervention, enabling individuals to take control of their health before critical issues arise. By providing health diagnostics, nutrition analysis, and behaviour change techniques, we empower people to make sustainable, achievable changes.

Activities:
Offering tailored health education, assessments, nutrition advice, fitness programmes, and motivational support that is community-driven and focused on early intervention. Through workshops, one-on-one coaching, and group activities, we deliver locally accessible solutions that help people manage and prevent chronic conditions, reducing the need for reactive healthcare interventions.

Community Empowerment: Health, Purpose, and Fulfilment

Objective:
To empower individuals to improve not just their health, but their sense of purpose and fulfilment through community-based initiatives. We address health holistically and preventively, with a focus on education, early intervention, and long-term sustainability. By providing access to health programmes, workshops, and locally driven support, we enable people to adopt healthier habits and take control of their well-being in a way that is achievable and lasting.

Local Business Collaboration, Growth, and New Ventures:

Objective:
To provide local businesses in Tameside with unique opportunities for growth by tapping into the wants and needs of the local community. Through collaboration with other businesses and direct engagement with local residents, we help businesses expand their services, attract new customers, and unlock untapped revenue streams. Imagine the growth potential when your business gains insight into what over 36,000 local residents truly need — giving you a powerful competitive advantage for sustainable, localised growth.

Activities:
We facilitate strategic collaborations between businesses, connecting you with the right partners and offering innovative ideas for expanding your reach. By working together, local businesses can increase visibility, grow customer loyalty, and develop joint ventures that meet the needs of the community. Whether you’re launching new services or adapting existing products, we provide the tools, partnerships, and local insights needed for organic, efficient growth.

Fostering New Business Ventures:
For individuals dreaming of starting their own business but unsure where to begin, we offer networking opportunities with successful entrepreneurs who have already established thriving local businesses. Aspiring entrepreneurs can learn what works (and what doesn’t), gain advice on navigating challenges, and receive mentorship from experienced business leaders. With insights into local community needs, start ups can better position themselves for success by ensuring their business ideas align with demand.

Established business owners can give back to the community by helping and mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs, creating a ripple effect of growth and opportunity across Tameside. This collaboration will not only grow new businesses but also create more local jobs, contributing to the prosperity of the community as a whole. Venues such as community centres, working men’s clubs, pubs, and bars can benefit from new events and gatherings that foster business collaboration, creating additional streams of revenue.

Community-Driven Expansion:
Aligning with the needs and desires of the local population will give businesses an edge in building stronger customer loyalty, increasing referrals, and creating deeper connections within the community. We work with residents to identify gaps in the market, offering businesses insight to help them grow and stay ahead of the competition. Local businesses can unlock exponential growth by focusing first on their community, ensuring the local economy thrives.

Employee Health and Wellness:

As businesses expand, the health and sustainability of their workforce become increasingly vital for long-term success. We offer tailored employee health and wellness programmes to support businesses in maximising productivity, reducing turnover, and lowering the risk of accidents, especially in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and manual labour, where workforce well-being is critical.

Activities:
Our programmes educate employees on nutrition, fitness, and healthy lifestyle habits, empowering them to stay physically and mentally fit for their roles. Businesses that invest in the well-being of their employees see reductions in labour turnover, a decrease in workplace injuries, and improved productivity. These sustainable health interventions ultimately result in higher employee satisfaction, lower costs, and a more robust bottom line.

Preventive Healthcare and Education:

Objective:
To reduce the burden on health services by providing preventive healthcare through education and support. We focus on teaching individuals how to identify health risks early and take steps towards sustainable, positive change. By combining fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, we empower people to improve their health in a way that is both practical and accessible.

Activities:
Our approach includes educational workshops on early disease prevention, mental health management, and lifestyle changes that help individuals avoid future health crises. With the support of local businesses and the community, we create sustainable, locally driven solutions that empower people to improve their well-being through achievable, ongoing actions.

Why Preventive Healthcare Matters:

Statement of Intent:
As local and national government shifts focus towards preventive healthcare, Want That Change is committed to being part of this movement by providing education, early intervention, and community-based support. We believe that by helping people make small, manageable changes early on, we can prevent the need for more invasive healthcare interventions down the line. Our mission is to empower the people of Tameside to take control of their health in a sustainable, achievable, and holistic way, ensuring long-term well-being for individuals and reducing pressure on the NHS.

Our Vision: