Our Board
Your Support Matters Board has overall responsibility for the management of the organisation. To ensure the best interest of members stakeholders are being met in all management decisions. and that we are working within our Vision and mission.
Phil Gleeson Chair of the Board
I have volunteered for many organisations
for over 27 years. I am a former engineer (patternmaker) and my real passion is ensuring that hate crime is a crime.
Emma Brindley BSc MSc Pg(cert) BCBA UKBA(cert) Vice chair of the Board
why did you want to join us ? Your Support Matters are passionate about empowering people to choose how they are supported. They are committed to supporting people to manage their own support, championing the role of the Personal Assistant and educating professionals on the social model of disability. I am honoured to work alongside them in achieving their goals. I have worked for over twenty years as a Behaviour Analyst with people who have an intellectual disability and/or whom are autistic, their families and carers. I work in a variety of settings which includes people's own homes, schools and residential support services. I believe firmly that we all have the right to live a life of meaning, within our local community and with the right level of support. Your Support Matters are a values-led organisation which is achieving demonstrable outcomes for people across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Claire Rothwell Treasurer Member of the Board
why did you want to join us? I own a Virtual Assistant business supporting small businesses and individuals. Having watched over the years how hard William has worked, from being awarded the Churchill Fellowship to establishing Your Support Matters, his and the team's dedication to offering advice and support to disabled people in the community, is truly remarkable. I am so proud to be a part of the team and look forward to working with them.
Michael Short Member of the Board
why did you want to join us "I joined Your Support Matters to be part of an organisation that empowers individuals and families in choosing the support they need. I am drawn to the social enterprise’s mission of providing hands-on guidance and expertise, ensuring that people feel supported and heard. I am committed to advocating for personalised support through comprehensive training for PAs, employers, and organisations, and contributing to meaningful social policy research."
Andy Mullin Member of the Board
why did you want to join us?
I have lived experience of being a carer from the age of 10 years old, I as recognised / identified as a young carer by the local authority. I began caring in late 80’s / early 90’s, there has been a lot of positive changes since that time. However, there is always room for improvement and therefore more to be done. I came across YSM and discovered they passionate about empowering people to choose how they are supported.
I have then dedicated almost all my adult life in attaining / achieving qualifications and experience in adult health & social care. I have been responsible for managing teams to deliver a service to vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours and some mental health. I have been involved in best interest meetings / decisions and liaised with many professionals across the health and social care sector.
YSM provide training and support for PA's, employers and organisations across the country, as well as on-going advocacy with employers. as well as social policy research.