Age friendly projects bring a buzz to our communities… We’re creating age - friendly homes and communities in South Manchester, helping residents live well, stay independent, and feel supported as they grow older.
In the words of our Age-Friendly Housing Manager, Gemma Glennon: “Many people move into our schemes because they’ve been feeling isolated, so it brings me real joy to watch them come together, chatting, laughing and meeting new people. The activities we arrange help residents connect and feel a genuine sense of belonging. We want to create friendly, welcoming neighbourhoods where people look out for one another, and when that happens, you can see the difference — it lifts people. When strong community bonds grow, our residents can enjoy fuller, more independent lives, surrounded by neighbours who soon start to feel like friends.”
We’ve been delighted to see the positive impact these events and community projects have had on residents of all ages, with our With Care and Sheltered Schemes acting as vibrant community hubs.
Recently, we’ve seen:
• Over 500 sessions take place , including 103 resident-led activities . • More than 2,600 attendees , with community participation truly bringing these events to life. We’ve enjoyed a wide range of activities and events together, including: • Community coffee mornings • Craft club • Chair-based exercise classes • ‘Thyme for Everyone’ gardening club • Knit and Natter
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• Murder Mystery Club • And so many more…
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For us, the highlight has been getting to connect with residents who may have felt isolated or excluded from other community events. Getting to be part of what has truly become a thriving community continues to be a special part of our work.
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