We would love to welcome Javid, Mr “J” to our team, and thank him for his constant openness and availability to drive, offer emergency DIY, shopping pickup and deliveries around the Levenshulme area during these tough times. Watch this space😃 If you need support or a hand in any of the above, please get in… Continue Reading
We’d like to say a big thanks to our two student volunteers from Manchester Metropolitan University today, Laura and Megan. Laura and Megan are psychology students who have been helping around Good Neighbours as part of a placement. As well as assisting around the Inspire Centre, they have been visiting a client, George with us… Continue Reading
Another year gone already! Where does the time go? We’d just like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has supported us this year, including those who have donated, helped us run activities and joined us on trips out. We’ve had some brilliant and educational sessions with the People’s History Museum, as well… Continue Reading
Big thanks to all the students who stopped by our stand at the Social Justice Fair at Manchester University yesterday! We had an amazing turnout, and it was great to speak to so many people interested in becoming befrienders. The room was absolutely packed, and highlighted how many amazing groups there are in Manchester dedicated… Continue Reading
Last week was our third performance from the talented members of the People’s History Museum in Manchester. This performance, entitled ‘No Bed of Roses’ followed the story of a woman from the Windrush Generation moving to Britain in search of work. The play touched on some of the realities faced by people in this era;… Continue Reading
We celebrated this April Fool’s Day with a very apt visit from the Laughter Clinic. Hosted by Robin Graham from Feel Good Communities, the workshop discussed the benefits and therapeutic nature of laughter, and gave us time to reflect on what makes us laugh. Did you know, simply because our physiology changes when we laugh,… Continue Reading
On the 22nd of October Levenshulme Good Neighbours hosted the wonderful Noah’s A.R.T group at the inspire centre. The aim was to enrich the lives of the older people we support by organising a session with their wonderful therapy animals. Interacting with animals in this way has proven to reduce stress and improve mental wellbeing… Continue Reading
A HUGE shout to our Levenshulme locals within LGN who made it to the Peace Concert on the 21st of September! It was a pleasure to see a range of songs and singing from all ages and backgrounds. The night ended on a super positive note as we could feel the strength of the last… Continue Reading
Hello Everyone, My name is Ray Olaniyan, and I am the new coordinator for Levenshulme Good Neighbours. I have been working within and around Levenshulme for the past year and have really taken to its neighbourhoods and hotspots (such as the Inspire Centre, Nawaabs, Antique Village and Crowcroft park to name a few). So far… Continue Reading
Hear some first hand experience from one of our fantastic befrienders! I joined Levenshulme Good Neighbours when I moved to Levenshulme earlier in the year. I was new to the area, with no roots here and wanted a constructive way to use my time while settling into life in Manchester. I was paired with… Continue Reading
