Blog - Manchester Cares

There's so much to share and learn from having an older friend like Gloria... | Summer's Story

Posted by Manchester Cares on Tuesday 29th January 2019

Summerleigh first got involved with Manchester Cares back in August 2018, and since then has supported the network in more ways than one! From her friendship with Gloria as part of our Love Your Neighbour programme, to supporting the network by rallying her workplace together, and helping our outreach team to deliver warm items to older neighbours in Hulme and Longsight, there has been no end to her warmth and generosity. We interviewed Summer to find out what she’s enjoyed and gained from being part of the network.

Thomas, 74, helps us celebrate our 1st birthday

Posted by Manchester Cares on Wednesday 14th November 2018

Thomas got involved with Manchester Cares at the very beginning. So as Manchester Cares turns one, he wanted to share what the community means to him, and some of the stories from his life that he's loved sharing with his younger neighbours over the last year.

Why GP surgeries could be great community hubs

Posted by Manchester Cares on Tuesday 13th November 2018

Your local GP surgery is a trusted space. It’s warm, accessible and local to its community. And it normally has one, possibly under-utilised, open space… the waiting room.

Ghosts busted – Thanks for coming!

Posted by Manchester Cares on Thursday 1st November 2018

Find out what went bump on Tuesday night and all the other tricks and treats from Manchester Scares.

Team Manchester Cares | Saadia

Posted by Manchester Cares on Wednesday 24th October 2018

Find out what inspired Saadia to take on the Gauntlet Games last month and her drama with the monkey bars.

Winter Wellbeing - why we're heading to local flu clinics

Posted by Manchester Cares on Monday 8th October 2018

We will be striking up conversations with our neighbours to ask them if there’s anything we can help with this winter to help them stay warm, active, healthy and connected. You’ll find us everywhere from Post Offices to supermarkets, meeting anyone over 65 who may need help staying warm this winter.

"It feels just like a proper friendship": Jim & Becky's friendship

Posted by Manchester Cares on Tuesday 11th September 2018

Jim (88) and Becky (23) met through our Love Your Neighbour programme. A few months in we caught up with them to reflect on their journey to what they describe as “a proper friendship”.

Team Manchester Cares | Matt

Posted by Manchester Cares on Thursday 6th September 2018

Matt is taking on the Manchester Half marathon in October to help support his neighbours across the city. Find out why he's putting his best foot forward!

Team Manchester Cares | Sharlene & Annabelle

Posted by Manchester Cares on Wednesday 15th August 2018

Annabelle and Sharlene are part of a team of volunteers who are holding a fundraising meal to support Manchester Cares. Find out why they volunteered!

Team Manchester Cares | Elham

Posted by Manchester Cares on Wednesday 8th August 2018

Elham is taking on the Rough Runner to support Manchester Cares, find out why it's important to Elham and how she's preparing.