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Announcing the closure of The Cares Family charities

Posted by Manchester Cares on Tuesday 31st October 2023

The Board of Trustees is deeply sad to share that The Cares Family charities will cease operating immediately, due to insolvency. We know this news is sudden and will come as a shock. We’re fiercely proud of the work of our charities in tackling loneliness and isolation across London, Manchester and Liverpool, and in supporting others across the UK to make a similar difference in their own communities.

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Outreach with a twist

Posted by Manchester Cares on Thursday 25th May 2023

There's so much to do in Manchester but it’s not always easy to know what's out there, and how to get involved. Our Outreach programme helps to remove barriers and anxieties that prevent people from finding opportunities for connection. Read on to get a flavour of outreach at Manchester Cares. 

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Supporting older neighbours through the winter, one slipper at a time...

Posted by Manchester Cares on Thursday 5th January 2023

Hands up if you're living in your slippers this winter? Us too! Last month we hosted a 'Slipper Swap' Winter Wellbeing afternoon, helping to support older neighbours through the winter. We gave out warm items, including slippers, hot water bottles, blankets, hats, scarves, and gloves, and a hot meal. There were also stalls from community organisations, giving people useful advice on everything from energy bills, avoiding scams, and the opportunity to get blood pressure checks, Covid booster jabs, and walking stick MOTs.

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Happy New Year! Here’s to new, and old friends…

Posted by Manchester Cares on Thursday 22nd December 2022

2022 was a busy time for the Love Your Neighbour programme at Manchester Cares. Love your Neighbour is our one-on-one friendship programme, where we introduce a younger and an older neighbour so that they can share experiences, laughter and create a long-lasting friendship.   

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