NewStart Charity

NewStart Charity New Start Charity supports the heart and lung transplantation programme at Wythenshawe Hospital helping it stay at the forefront of excellence

Wythenshawe Hospital transplant Centre is one of only five heart and lung transplant units in the UK. It has a patient catchment area of over six million and covers the whole of the North West of England. New Start supports the heart and lung transplantation programme helping it to remain at the forefront of excellence

🎨 More colour, more creativity, and a whole lot of community spirit! ❤️We absolutely LOVE our new wall murals by the won...
11/10/2026

🎨 More colour, more creativity, and a whole lot of community spirit! ❤️

We absolutely LOVE our new wall murals by the wonderfully talented Myro Doodles! 😍

Myro was given just a few key dates scribbled on a piece of paper and a chat about our wonderful community. No lengthy brief, no pages of instructions … just a little insight into who we are and what makes our community so special.

And look what she created! All at the weekend too, during precious family time✨

The Electric Cranks Cycling Club can’t wait for you to see it during the LVAD cafe next week 🚲 ☕️

In a world that can sometimes feel short on colour, creativity and a little bit of human magic, these murals are a beautiful reminder of what happens when real talent, imagination and connection come together.

At a time when so much is generated by AI, there’s something truly special about work created by a real person, inspired by real people and a real community. Myro, you absolutely understood the brief … and then some! ❤️✨

We couldn’t be happier to see our walls brought to life in such a meaningful, vibrant and joyful way.

What do you think? Has Myro nailed it, or has she nailed it?! 👏🎨

Thank you, Myro, for bringing our community to life in colour ❤️

❤️ World Mental Health Day | 10 October 2026 ❤️This year’s focus on lived experiences feels especially poignant for us a...
10/10/2026

❤️ World Mental Health Day | 10 October 2026 ❤️

This year’s focus on lived experiences feels especially poignant for us at New Start, supporting people living with heart and lung transplants and LVADs.

Behind every medical journey is a personal story, one filled with hope, courage, uncertainty and emotional challenges that aren’t always visible. Because recovery is about more than just physical health - our mental health is just as important.

That’s why our monthly LVAD Cafés and Transplant Cafés are so important. They bring people together to share experiences, offer peer support and connect with others who truly understand. Sometimes, simply knowing you’re not alone can make all the difference.

Every story matters. Every experience has value. And nobody should have to navigate this alone.

This World Mental Health Day, we celebrate the power of shared experiences, the strength of community and the comfort of being understood. ❤️

Supporting the whole person - body, mind and heart.

❤️🛍️ NEW START ONLINE SHOP 🛍️❤️Looking for a lovely gift, something cosy to wear, or a little way to show your support f...
09/10/2026

❤️🛍️ NEW START ONLINE SHOP 🛍️❤️

Looking for a lovely gift, something cosy to wear, or a little way to show your support for New Start? We have lots of lovely items waiting for you! 🎁

🎄 Get ready for Christmas 🎄

🐭 🐇 🌙 Our beautiful Festive Friends cards can be purchased and ready for collection mid November. Featuring two beautiful designs in every 10 pack - £5

Now the weather is turning a little more chilly…

❤️ New Start Traditional Hoodie – £22.00
💙 New Start Fleece – £24.00

And little gifts for yourself or others…

☕ New Start China Mug – £5
🔑 New Start Trolley Key Ring – £1.50
📌 New Start Pin Badge – £1
🖊️ New Start Pen – £1

Whether you’re buying Christmas cards, treating yourself to some New Start clothing, or picking up a small gift for someone special, every purchase is a lovely way to support our charity. ❤️

Your support helps New Start make a difference to patients, families and staff at Wythenshawe Hospital’s specialist Heart and Lung Transplant Centre. ❤️🫁

🛒 Browse our shop and find your favourites here:

👉 https://www.newstartcharity.org/shop

📣 Please share this post and help us spread the word!

Thank you for supporting New Start. Every little bit of support means so much to us. ❤️

❤️ Wear your support for New Start ❤️

❤️ A second chance at lifeKamila was a mum of three when a routine operation changed everything. Just one hour after sur...
09/10/2026

❤️ A second chance at life

Kamila was a mum of three when a routine operation changed everything. Just one hour after surgery, she suffered a cardiac arrest and multiple organ failure. She was clinically dead for 33 minutes and spent seven weeks in intensive care, fighting to survive.

Then, just days before Christmas, came the news that would change her life forever: a donor heart had become available.

On 19 December 2024, Kamila received her heart transplant. 🎄❤️

Her recovery was far from easy. She had to learn to walk again, rebuild her strength and face a difficult first year. But today, she says there is nothing stopping her from enjoying life again.

For Kamila, the greatest gift is being there for her children…watching them grow, cuddling them and being there whenever they need her.

She describes her donor as her “guardian angel” and has a heartfelt message for donor families: their decision has given hope, life and a future to another family.

❤️ Organ donation truly can give someone a second chance at life

Read Kamila’s full story here:

https://www.newstartcharity.org/kamila-jaroslawska

📣 Last call for any survey responses 📣 Any last minute responses to this survey would be greatly appreciated by the PhD ...
08/10/2026

📣 Last call for any survey responses 📣

Any last minute responses to this survey would be greatly appreciated by the PhD student whose research is being supported by New Start.

It focuses on developing a prehabilitation programme for those awaiting urgent and super urgent heart transplantation.

Thank you for your support as always ❤️

❤️ The patient stories keep coming ❤️Organ Donation Week may be over, but we’re still sharing the incredible stories of ...
07/10/2026

❤️ The patient stories keep coming ❤️

Organ Donation Week may be over, but we’re still sharing the incredible stories of our patients, whose lives have been changed by transplantation.

This week, it’s Ian’s story. After becoming seriously ill with pulmonary hypertension, Ian received a life-changing double lung transplant in January 2025.

His recovery was challenging, including 236 nights in hospital, sepsis and pneumonia, and months of intensive physiotherapy to rebuild his strength and independence.

Ian’s honest and realistic account gives a valuable insight into what recovery can really look like and we hope his experiences, especially his description of physio, will help and reassure others currently waiting for their own transplant. ❤️

Thank you, Ian, for sharing your story.

Read Ian’s full story:

www.newstartcharity.org/ian-brookes

07/10/2026

Our Jodie ❤️✨

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Looking for your next running challenge?Why not take on the Manchester Marathon in April 2027!We have just 5 pl...
01/10/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Looking for your next running challenge?

Why not take on the Manchester Marathon in April 2027!

We have just 5 places remaining so if running a marathon has been on your bucket list, now’s the time to make it happen🏅

Not Manchester? No problem! We also have places available for other marathons too.

👉 Ready to take on the challenge? Find out more and apply for your place here:

www.newstartcharity.org/fundraise-new-start

Lace up. Take on the challenge. Make a difference ❤️

❤️ 💻 Online Transplant Café – Tuesday 6th October 💻 ❤️Our next Transplant Café is on Tuesday 6th October and we’d love t...
01/10/2026

❤️ 💻 Online Transplant Café – Tuesday 6th October 💻 ❤️

Our next Transplant Café is on Tuesday 6th October and we’d love to welcome you along! ☕️

All heart and lung transplant recipients whether you’re newly transplanted or many years post-transplant, are very welcome. It’s a relaxed opportunity to meet others, share experiences, have a chat and enjoy a cuppa together. 🫶

Whether you’re a familiar face or joining us for the very first time, our clinical psychologist Zoey will be delighted to see you.

Everyone is welcome - familiar and new faces. We look forward to seeing you there! ☕️

Teams Meeting Details

Meeting ID: 332 435 457 663
Passcode: mhGWiF

Address

The Transplant Unit, Wythenshawe Hospital
Manchester
M239LT

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