Stories of community and connection across the generations (@ManchesterCares is no longer operational).
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22 Jul 2024
For six years, @ManchesterCares brought older and younger neighbours together to reduce loneliness and intergenerational polarisation.
We closed in 2023 but will continue sharing stories of connection, to help people feel part of our changing world rather than left behind by it.
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Manchester Cares retweeted
9 Jun 2025
"How are you today?" is a simple question that can be a route to empathy, connection and belonging.
This year, it's a question at the heart of #LonelinessAwarenessWeek.
Find out more and be part of it:
lonelinessawarenessweek.org
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Manchester Cares retweeted
9 Jun 2025
Thanks to Marmalade Trust, #LonelinessAwarenessWeek has grown into a global movement.
5,000 activities are scheduled in the UK, the US, Estonia and Malaysia to help people talk about this ‘normal human emotion that signals a need for social connection.'
www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject…
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23 Apr 2025
‘My experience with @ManchesterCares deepened my understanding of how small acts of connection can have lasting ripple effects.’
In his moving new blog, Jamie writes about how he overcame loneliness by connecting with David:
manchestercares.org.uk/blog/…
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23 Apr 2025
‘If we prioritise slowing down, listening, and truly connecting, maybe we’ll start to see a decline in mental health challenges—and a rise in collective wellbeing.'
Read the inspiring story of how David helped Jamie feel seen in a disconnected world:
manchestercares.org.uk/blog/…
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Manchester Cares retweeted
12 Mar 2025
Loneliness is a personal crisis, a public health crisis, and a political crisis.
But there is strong evidence on how it can be tackled, and how a thousand flowers of connection can bloom.
Learn about the impact of our work via @ShorensteinCtr:
shorensteincenter.org/commen…
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Manchester Cares retweeted
30 Sep 2024
🖼️ A photo on a desk
📕 A chat about a book
💻 Online networks
Whether we work in an office, at home, or some other place, this article contains some useful tips on how to tackle loneliness and build social connections at work:
msn.com/en-us/money/other/at…
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Manchester Cares retweeted
31 Aug 2024
Back in 2020, thousands of older and younger neighbours shared messages of solidarity like this one from @ManchesterCares.
Today, that hope remains: that people across generations can feel part of a changing world, rather than left behind by it.
thecaresfamily.org.uk/blog/b…
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Manchester Cares retweeted
21 Aug 2024
✔️ Happier
✔️ More connected
✔️ Part of something bigger
Older and younger neighbours sharing time and experiences helps people feel part of a changing world, rather than left behind by it.
Find out more about the impact of intergenerational community:
manchestercares.org.uk/blog/…
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22 Jul 2024
For six years, @ManchesterCares brought older and younger neighbours together to reduce loneliness and intergenerational polarisation.
We closed in 2023 but will continue sharing stories of connection, to help people feel part of our changing world rather than left behind by it.
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22 Jul 2024
Visit our legacy website, and learn more about why it matters to build belonging in times of challenge and change:
manchestercares.org.uk
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31 Oct 2023
We are devastated to share that The Cares Family charities have closed due to financial difficulties. We’re fiercely proud of our staff, our communities, and all we’ve built together over the past 12 years. More here: manchestercares.org.uk/blog/…
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26 Oct 2023
Our November Social Club programme is out now...
This month you can spend a Night at the Museum, have a go at writing at Poetry Club, visit HOME Theatre, and all the usual favourites!
Call 0161 207 0800 to book. Full details on our website: manchestercares.org.uk/.../n…...
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4 Oct 2023
We're delighted to have been nominated for Organisation Making a Difference @thisismcrawards
We couldn't be prouder of our community of older and younger Mancunians, showing how much joy can be had by simply sharing time and friendship 💜
Congrats to the other nominees!
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22 Sep 2023
It was all about learning this month at Tech Club!
Rona and Francesca were sharing travel stories and looking at photos on the iPad.
Katie was helping Charles with how to access and send emails.
Jaime and Georgina both ended the club learning Spanish with Duolingo!
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20 Sep 2023
This is Lizzie, she joined our network of neighbours in August and is now all set to meet older neighbour Trish through our Love Your Neighbour programme, after having her 121 induction. We chatted through the process and what to expect from her new friendship💜
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1 Sep 2023
“Thank you for the lovely trip to the museum. It was a wonderful afternoon!” Linda
This summer we’ve been lucky enough to visit the newly refurbished @McrMuseum. Neighbours enjoyed visiting their unique galleries and shared a picture opp with much-loved figure, Stan the T-Rex.
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1 Sep 2023
September's Social Club programme out now!
This month you can spend time with neighbours on a visit to the Donkey Sanctuary, tuck into a Chippy Tea, and learn about all things Brazil, and more!
Call 0161 207 0800 to book.
Full details on our website: manchestercares.org.uk/.../s…...
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20 Aug 2023
"I couldn't have chosen anyone better"
Marjorie (91) and Leah (28) have been friends for an incredible three and a half years now. The Love Your Neighbour pals enjoyed a summer catch up over coffee and giant cake slices @cocoacabana_mcr 🍰
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11 Aug 2023
“We’ve both identified similar philosophies and outlooks on life. It’s a joy to spend time with Ann every week.”
Josh (29) and Ann (83) have been friends for three months as part of our Love Your Neighbour programme and enjoy playing cards and chatting when they meet 💜
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7 Aug 2023
We love introducing new neighbours to our work through our outreach programme. We met Andy pictured enjoying a ride with the brilliant @BikeChorlton
If you are part of a community group who might like to host us or hear more, help us to spread the word and get in touch📞📧
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