Interested in healthy, nutritious food but not sure about the cooking?

We are thinking of doing a project later this year to run through the winter months about how to eat well and stay healthy in the cold weather, including some practical cook and taste demonstrations. If there is enough interest, we will apply for funding to enable us to run the project. Our initial thoughts … Continue reading Interested in healthy, nutritious food but not sure about the cooking?

Together Dementia Walk & Talk Group

Our WALK & TALK GROUP has just started and we had a lovely stroll in the sunshine on Wednesday, followed by tea and cake under the verandah of the pavilion.  So, come rain or shine, we will be in the Russell Street entrance/car park of Alexandra Park at 10.45am, ready to walk at 11.  We will stroll … Continue reading Together Dementia Walk & Talk Group

Cromwell Community Cuppa: Afternoon Tea at JNR8 for older residents

Our first meeting last week was really good: 5 of us met up for a cuppa and a chat and a good laugh! We looked at how we can  get in touch with more older neighbours and shared thoughts about day trips and activities. It was also really interesting to hear  facts about the area from some … Continue reading Cromwell Community Cuppa: Afternoon Tea at JNR8 for older residents

Chorlton Good Neighbours (CGN)

Chorlton Good Neighbours  (CGN) is a neighbourhood care group working in Chorlton-cum-Hardy and parts of Whalley Range, Manchester Started in 1967 by a group of local churches, community groups and other local people, we are now a well established charity offering social, practical and emotional support to mainly older people in our community. Coffee mornings Exercise classes … Continue reading Chorlton Good Neighbours (CGN)

Peer Mentoring Befriending Project

“If you care for someone with dementia it may be that you are experiencing feelings of isolation and could do with someone to talk to” Manchester Carers Forum have a group of volunteers who have direct experience and understanding regarding caring for someone with dementia. A volunteer can keep in regular contact with you by … Continue reading Peer Mentoring Befriending Project