Sharing life experiences - Wythenshawe Good Neighbours Story

“I know it’s Tuesday because I am going out to lunch and I don’t normally go out”. Every week for the past year, older people in Wythenshawe have had the opportunity to meet up for lunch at the Northenden Social Club. Apart from sharing a meal together, the lunch helps everyone to socialise and meet others in a community space.

On Tuesday 19th September, there was a buffet with cake and soft drinks provided to the 33 people attending who ranged in age between 57 and 97. However, there is no age barrier to who can attend and the food is served by younger volunteers. There is no commitment needed to go every week and there are other activities held on other days.

One lady has brought acrylic paintings to show and tell. Everyone was really impressed and she has now donated images so the group can make postcards to sell.

There have been guest speakers such as Northenden History and the group has been involved in research for Manchester Metropolitan University and the British Heart Foundation. Sharing their life experiences helps to make life better for others.




A Storify version of their story, including videos, is available here - Wythenshawe Good Neighbours Storify