Our Impact

From newborn babies through to older adults, we work with a diverse range of individuals and communities on a local, national and international level, empowering individuals to live their healthiest lives.

We provide the communities we work with, a set of tools to help them to creatively engage with their own health and wellbeing. Ensuring that all of our programmes are underpinned by scientific research or robust evaluation means that we can measure our impact and ensure we are always making a meaningful change.

Breathe Magic Intensive Therapy Programme

The Breathe Magic Intensive Therapy Programme was created to help young people with hemiplegia (a weakness or paralysis affecting one side of the body as a result of brain injury or stroke) through the art of magic. We use specially designed Breathe Magic tricks to develop hand and arm function, cognitive abilities, self-confidence and independence.

Between 75% and 92% of children have clinically significant improvements in hand function after the Breathe Magic camp.

Find out more about Breathe Magic.

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Breathe Magic has been running for 18 years and benefitted children from 10 countries around the world

I have noticed a developing positive identity around his hemiplegia - a topic he was very reluctant to talk about prior to camp, but he will now bring into conversation about his helping hand and doing hand, finding things tricky and needing a bit longer than some other children but in a far more neutral way than his previous expressions of frustration. I would say, in terms of long term emotional health, wellbeing and self-identity this is one of the most valuable outcomes from the Magic Camp.
Katarina, mother of Young Magician Leon, Breathe Magic

At age 7 Ben arrived at the Breathe Magic camp with his hand still fisted, then after three days of this intensive therapy the thumb started to move to the side. Then he was able to open his hand right out, and that is the magic.
Sharon, mother of Young Magician Ben, Breathe Magic Read more

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Josh shares his Breathe Magic story and the long-lasting impact of our programme.

Cat shares her Breathe Magic story and the long-lasting impact of our programme.

George shares his Breathe Magic story and the long-lasting impact of our programme.

Breathe Melodies for Mums

Based on ground-breaking research from Royal College of Music and Imperial College London, Breathe Melodies for Mums was designed with mum at the heart, to support those who may be experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety and social isolation.

90% of participants experienced an improvement in symptoms of postnatal depression as evidenced by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.

Find out more about Breathe Melodies for Mums.

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Results show participation can lead to recovery of postnatal depression in 73% mothers who take part

Breathe Melodies for Mums was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had and strengthened me into the person I am today - to know that there were other people there for us not only as mothers but as human beings who needed support and compassion, I will be forever grateful to you all.
Breathe Melodies for Mums Participant

The sessions really increase your energy levels and mood. There was no stigma. We were all just there singing and trying to find ourselves through the music. They reminded me that as a mum, you have to count yourself as important.
Jenny, Breathe Melodies for Mums Participant Read more

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Learn more about the proven power of Breathe Melodies for Mums in our short film.

Hear from Breathe Melodies for Mums Participant Charlotte on how the programme has helped reduce symptoms of postnatal depression, and discover the joy of singing with her baby, Cara.

Breathe Harmony NHS Staff Choir

Our NHS staff choir promotes health and wellbeing through the power of singing.

77% of members reported a positive impact on their experience of the healthcare environment through the choir and we have had over 81,000 YouTube views of our single, recorded during COVID-19.

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77% of choir members report a positive impact that Breathe Harmony has on their experience of the healthcare environment

Breathe Harmony has been one of the most wonderful musical experiences of my life! I know I will never again find a choir like Breathe Harmony, it has confirmed what a positive effect singing has on my wellbeing.
Ingrid, Breathe Harmony Member