Age-friendly Manchester E-bulletin
An electronic publication bringing you news and updates from the
Age-friendly Manchester team and our partners
Issue 110 – December 2014
About this e-bulletin
Welcome to the December 2014 edition of the Age-friendly Manchester
e-bulletin – a monthly update, with 1500 direct recipients in Manchester
and further afield, featuring brief articles on local and national news,
events and information that relates to older people.
Please send all copy, comments and suggestions to
agefriendly@manchester.gov.uk
News from Age-friendly Manchester
AFM’s new team member
The AFM team extends its warmest of welcomes to its brand new team member,
Louise Lanigan.
Louise joins as the team’s new Project Manager, after spending a decade in
the City Council’s policy team and will be working on a range of projects
including Economy and Ageing, and giving support to the Council’s Health
and Wellbeing Board.
Welcome Aboard!
Paul McGarry
An Ageing World: Opportunities for Manchester
Monday 15 December, 9.30am to 1pm
Manchester Town Hall
Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Manchester, Councillor Sue Cooley, and
Manchester City Council Chief Executive, Sir Howard Bernstein, the event’s
main aims are:
To promote the city’s internationally recognised Age-friendly Manchester
programme
To develop new partnerships with an age-friendly approach to the city’s
key priorities of growth and reform
To discuss plans for the programme’s next phase including a range of new
age-friendly city projects
The event is currently full, but more tickets may be released in the next
week. To add your name to the waiting list, visit
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/
e/an-ageing-world-
opportunities-for-manchester-
registration-14135625035
. For more information contact Patrick Hanfling email 0161 234 4188, email
p.hanfling@manchester.gov.uk
Manchester Ageing Studies: 2015 Course announcement
The team are pleased to announce that the hugely successful Ageing Studies
Course, accredited and delivered by the School of Public Policy and
Professional Practice at Keele University, will be running for a further
presentation in 2015. A broad range of organisations and services who work
with the Age-friendly Manchester Programme have taken part, ranging from
colleagues at Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue to the Royal Exchange
Theatre. Course modules will be running from Friday 30 January (full day),
each fortnight for four sessions. 25 places are available – to register
your interest or for more information, contact Rebecca Bromley – email
r.bromley@manchester.gov.uk
Age-friendly Manchester Small Grants Fund
The Age-friendly Manchester Small Grants Fund supports local groups with
grants of up to £300, focusing on projects that reduce social isolation and
loneliness. The Grants Panel have awarded over 50 grants to groups across
the City in 2014. The Panel will welcome applications for grants for
sustainable community projects that improve neighbourhoods and services for
older people. For an application pack, contact Matthew Youngson, email
info@trinityhousecrc.org.uk, or contact Rebecca Bromley in the Age-friendly
Manchester Team with any queries, phone 0161 234 4049, email
r.bromley@manchester.gov.uk. Deadline for applications is Friday 30
January 2015.
Conferences and Seminars
MICRA Seminar: Ageing, spirituality and religion
Thursday 4 December 2- 4pm, registration from 1pm
G306B, Jean McFarlane Building, the University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Speakers:
Professor David R. Law, Religions and Theology, the University of
Manchester – ‘Growing Old Grace-fully: The Role of Christian Doctrine in
Promoting Successful Ageing’
Emeritus Professor Peter Coleman, Psychogerontology, the University of
Southampton – ‘Spiritual pathways in later life’
Religion has been identified as playing an important role in the lives of
older people. Spiritual beliefs may themselves be an important means of
coping with many of the stresses and pressures which face older people. But
the role of religion may be undergoing substantial change with greater
variation in views amongst old and young alike concerning existential
questions about the meaning of ageing and death. This seminar will explore
some of the key issues about the place of religion in the context of ageing
societies, examining both the doctrines that underlie the churches’
engagement with older people, their contribution to wellbeing in later
life, and the future role of the church in evangelising new generations of
older people. Register online for this free event
Celebrating 50 years of Sociology at Manchester
Seminar: Translating social science into public policy: challenges and
opportunities – Sociology at Manchester in association with MICRA
Monday 8 December, 2 – 4pm, free networking lunch from 1pm
Kanaris Lecture theatre, Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL
Speakers:
Professor James Nazroo, Professor of Sociology, University of Manchester
Professor Thomas Scharf, Visiting Hallsworth Professor (Professor of Social
Gerontology, NUI, Galway)
Professor Chris Phillipson, Professor of Sociology and Social Gerontology,
University of Manchester
Chair: Dr Wendy Bottero (Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of
Manchester)
Social scientists can play a significant role influencing the direction of
public policy. Researchers are now urged to demonstrate that their work has
been taken up and used by policy makers, and practitioners, or has led to
improvements in services or business. But getting social research into the
public arena raises challenging issues in terms of changing dominant
narratives around particular problems, influencing elite groups and opinion
formers, and challenging vested interests. This Symposium will address
these issues by taking two case studies of attempts to influence policy
agendas, these involving issues around social exclusion in later life, and
ethnic inequalities in health. The Symposium will also consider the broader
debate around the ‘public value of social science’ and future developments
in this area. Register online for this free event
Ageing Without Children – First UK Conference
Monday 26 January 2015
Hosted by Positive Ageing in London (PAIL), Toynbee Hall, London
By 2030, the IPPR think-tank has estimated that 2 million people in the UK
will be over 65 and without adult children. Whether not having children was
by choice or by circumstance, we know that growing older without children
in the UK can be a worrying thought with health and social care services
often relying on ‘informal care’ to fill the gaps. This day will be an
opportunity to hear about some of the issues from key speakers and
organisations in the field, as well as a chance for participants to share
their own thoughts on how these issues are impacting, or potentially may
impact, on their lives. For further information see
http://awoc.org/awoc14-
conference/ Attendance is free but places are
limited – to book a place please go to Eventbrite:
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/
ageing-without-children-
positive-ageing-in-london-
tickets-13922637985?aff=eorg
Volunteering, Training and Funding Opportunities
Building a Healthy Future: are you living with diabetes or heart disease?
Starting Thursday 15 January, 1 – 3pm: two hours a week for six weeks
Harpurhey Wellbeing Centre, 93 Church Lane, Manchester, M9 5BG (other dates
and locations available soon)
Manchester Mind is running free six week wellbeing and stress management
courses specifically for people with diabetes or heart disease. Courses
will run throughout 2015 at a variety of venues across Manchester. Life
isn’t always plain sailing and we don’t always get the support we need when
things get tough. This course is specifically designed for anyone with
diabetes or a long-term heart condition who wants to learn to manage stress
better and tackle difficulties that they might face now, or in the future.
To register yourself, or refer someone onto the course, contact
Ruth.Rosselson@manchestermind.
org or phone 07527 127 786 or visit the
website and download a form:
http://manchestermind.org/
Building_a_Healthy_Future.php
Volunteer with the Manchester Volunteer Advice Project (MVAP)
Next free nine-week training course starts 12 December 2014
Volunteers are placed in a MVAP partnership organisation, and carry out
roles including interpreting, advice giving, answering the
phones/reception, accompanying people to appointments or assistance with
filling in forms. Ongoing training and support and travel expenses, meet
new people, grow in confidence, learn new skills, improve your wellbeing.
Partner organisations are Manchester Mind, Cheetham Hill Advice Centre,
Young Peoples Support Foundation, Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit,
Manchester Refugee Support Network. Contact Dawn Kaveney on 07816 580 792
or dawn@cheethamadvice.org.uk to find out more.
Three week short course: The making of a ‘Land Fit for Heroes': The Labour
Party after the war
Tuesday 13 January, 1 – 3pm: The Labour Party after the war
Tuesday 20 January, 1 – 3pm: The Communist Party after the war
Tuesday 27 January, 1 – 3pm: Post war outcomes for women
The Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) are running a three week short
course which links to the People’s History Museum current exhibition A Land
Fit For Heroes. The course will study how the experience of total war, and
the growing opposition to the war, fundamentally changed politics in
Britain forever. Booking required by contacting WEA on 0151 243 5340 or
via www.nw.wea.org.uk. Please quote course ref C3837173. Attendees are
required to book onto all three weeks of the course. Cost £18.60 or free to
those in receipt of means tested benefits.
Silver Click from Age UK Manchester is looking for Volunteers
Silver Click is an IT learning opportunity for older people. Offering great
flexibility and an individual learning programme. Learning sessions can be
hosted in the home or at a mutually agreed venue – a group also meets
weekly to offer additional support and peer learning. Silver Click is keen
to hear from people who would like to support one or a number of different
opportunities as volunteers; administration, learner support and promotion.
Guidance, support and relevant training are provided to all Age UK
Manchester Volunteers with Travel Expenses reimbursed. For further
information and to apply contact Kim Hyde, phone 0161 437 0717 or email
kim.hyde@ageukmanchester.org.
uk
Live in Burnage? Become an Intergen Volunteer
Would you like to share your skills and experience with young people? If
you live in or near Burnage and are retired, Intergen would love to hear
from you. Ladybarn and Green End Primaries and Burnage Academy are
interested in links with older people in the community who can inspire and
encourage their pupils. For more details contact (after December 22nd
please) Intergen Co-ordinator Hazel Roy on hazelroy46@hotmail.com or 0161
434 5021.
Macular disease research volunteers
Aged 55-75 with macular disease? In the Manchester area? Join a clinical
trial at the University of Manchester for a new device for the management
of macular disease. You’ll be compensated for your travelling costs and
will benefit from eye health checks during the study, with appointments
taking place just outside Manchester city centre and free parking is
available. Studies are conducted by fully qualified optometrists and comply
with the strict guidelines that control clinical research. Further
information – email jeremiah.kelly@manchester.ac.
uk or phone 0161 306 3862.
Call for research participants: Do you have sight and hearing problems, are
aged over 60 and use equipment or technology at home?
Universities of Leeds and Oxford, funded by Sense, are looking at the role
of equipment and technology in supporting people with dual sensory
impairment to live independently at home. A researcher would visit you at
home to talk to you about your life, the technology you use and anything
else that is important to you. The study is involving people over 60 who
live in the North West or West Yorkshire. Further information about the
project at
http://circle.leeds.ac.uk/
news/call-for-research-
participants-sense-project/
, or contact Emma Koivunen, email e.koivunen@leeds.ac.uk or phone 0113 34
39212 for more information (if there’s no answer, please leave a message).
First World War – Then and Now: grants available
Explore the heritage of the First World War with grants of £3,000–£10,000.
This programme has a short application form, and is suitable for everyone,
including first-time applicants. The First World War affected millions
across the globe and shaped the world we live in. The Centenary is a chance
to understand the war better, uncover its stories and explore what it means
to us today. The Heritage Lottery Fund wants the projects they fund to make
a real difference for heritage, people and communities. There are no
application deadlines for this programme which runs until 2019. For further
information and to apply, visit:
www.hlf.org.uk/looking-
funding/our-grant-programmes/
first-world-war-then-and-now
What’s On
Events Coming Up
UK Disability History Month: 22 November – 22 December
Join us for the first time for a number of events at Central Library,
People’s History Museum and Manchester Art Gallery to mark UK Disability
History Month. The theme for this year is War and Impairment: The Social
Consequences of Disablement, focusing on World War 1. Find out more about
the impact of the First World War on the two million people disabled in
combat.
Christmas Come dancing for people over 50
Wednesday 3 December 10.30am – 3pm
Woodhouse Park Lifestyle centre, Portway, Wythenshawe M22 1QW
Healthy Living Network in partnership with Wythenshawe Community Housing
Group presents the annual Festive Come Dancing Event with prizes,
refreshments and complimentary therapies. For more information contact:
Healthy Living Network on 0161 217 3444/3035 or Lifestyle Centre on 0161
436 0560. Please note places limited to 120 people, so remember to book
your place.
Winter Concert in Chorlton
Thursday 4 December, 7.30 – 9.30pm
St Werburgh’s Church, corner of St Werburgh’s Road / Wilbraham Road,
Chorlton
An evening of Classical music, blues, show tunes, and world music, as well
as a few Christmas tunes for good cheer! We are delighted this year to also
be joined by the Manchester Community Choir. Tickets can be purchased from
the website or on the door. For more information visit
www.freedomfromtorture.org/
events/6820 or contact Alice on 0161 236 5744.
A Land Fit For Heroes changing exhibition tour for the visually impaired
Friday 5 December, 10am – 4pm
People’s History Museum, Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester M3 3ER
Drop in for a tour of the current exhibition A Land Fit For Heroes and find
out all about British people’s struggle for victory during World War I.
This tour is repeated on the first Friday of every month for the duration
of the exhibition as part of the First World War Centenary Programme.
Suitable for blind or visually impaired adults and young people only. No
booking required, drop in activity.
Support Small Business Saturday 2014
Saturday 6 December
Small Business Saturday 2014 is a national campaign to celebrate small
businesses and the value they add to the character of your community. In
the run-up to Christmas, come and discover the unique small businesses in
your area. If you’re shopping for special Christmas gift ideas, local
promotions, handy hints on how to create a special Christmas, or places to
socialise, you’ll be amazed at what’s on offer in Manchester. Show your
support and shop with small businesses on the busiest shopping day of the
year, Saturday 6 December. For more information on what’s happening on the
day, visit www.manchester.gov.uk/
smallbizsat
The Sensory War: 1914-2014
Exhibition and discussion tours
Sunday 7 December, 11am – 12noon
Manchester Art Gallery, Moseley Street, Manchester city centre
Take a tour of the latest Art Gallery exhibition, The Sensory War:
1914-2014. A team of volunteer guides will introduce this extensive
exhibition, which explores artists’ interpretations of war from World War
One to the present day. This tour will also include discussion of the art
works.Meet at the entrance to the exhibition on the first floor.
Tours for blind and partially sighted visitors and their friends: Thursday
11 December, 10.30am – 12pm followed by tea and coffee social
Tours in British Sign Language: Sunday 11 January, 3 – 4pm
Only Following Orders: An Anti-War Poetry and Music Event to Mark 100 Years
Since The Outbreak of World War I
Sunday 7 December, 1.30pm – 2.40pm
People’s History Museum, Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester M3 3ER
A left of centre cabaret of poems and songs, starring poetry quartet Bard
Company, singer-songwriter Claire Mooney and poet Dave Puller. From the
trenches to Hiroshima, Dunkirk to Baghdad, Peterloo to Vietnam to
Afghanistan, war and conflict have blighted and infected our world. This
is a show that confronts those who see wars as the answer, while
remembering and celebrating the heroic souls forced to fight them.
Suitable for all, though some imagery and content may be a little graphic
due to the subject matter. Language will be family friendly. Booking
required via Eventbrite – http://onlyfollowingorders.
eventbrite.co.uk
Ardwick Green Heritage Tea Party
GMCVO’s Ardwick Green Histories Project: tea parties
Monday 15 December, 2 – 5pm (two more in January and February 2015)
With tea, cake and old maps and photos, these tea parties are a chance to
share your stories about living, working, growing up or going out in the
Ardwick Green area. Friendly volunteers would love to interview you at the
tea party, or can help you record your memories in other ways. The project
team would also love to see your photos or film and may be able to help you
digitise them. To book your place call Alison Crush on 0161 277 1022, or
for more info visit
http://www.gmcvo.org.uk/tea-
parties-explore-ardwick-green-
memories
A Night of Art: Ancoats Dispensary Trust
Tuesday 16 December, 7 – 9pm
Halle St Michael’s, George Leigh Street, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5DG
A fundraising event with free admission. Original artwork for sale, raffle
for MCFC signed T-Shirt and Urban Tears painting by local artist Janet
Bray; designer Christmas Cards and wine and nibbles. All in a good cause.
Mystery Guest! www.ancoatsdispensarytrust.co.
uk
Making Conversation
Thursday 18 December, 1 – 4pm
Manchester Art Gallery, Moseley Street, Manchester city centre
These workshops involve talking about and making art by using all of your
senses. The sessions are audio described and all materials and
refreshments are provided. Please book in advance, phone 0161 235 8888.
Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital Charity proudly presents Christmas
Carols in the City
Thursday 18 December
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester City Centre
The event, hosted by world renowned soprano Lynne Dawson, will feature
readings from Charity patrons including Guy Garvey and Julie Neville as
well as performances from the choirs of Manchester High School, The
Manchester Grammar School and Withington Girl’s School. There will be
congregational singing to set the scene for Christmas and get into the
festive spirit. All proceeds from the event will support the provision of
Giggle Doctors at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Giggle Doctors help
distract our poorliest patients and their parents, bringing laughter and
normality at the most stressful of times. For more information and to book
tickets visit www.rmchcharity.org.uk or call 0161 276 4522.
Playtime Puppets craft table
Friday 19 December – Sunday 4 January 2015
People’s History Museum, Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester M3 3ER
Be inspired by the People’s History Museum exhibition A Land Fit for
Heroes. People did not have a lot of money during the war and many
children made their own toys. Get creative and design your own puppet to
take home. Why not tweet a photo of your finished toy to us at @PHMMcr.
Part of the First World War Centenary Programme. Family Friendly activity,
suitable for all ages. No booking required, drop in activity, suggested
donation £3.
I’ll be Seeing You in 2015 – New Year’s Eve 1940s Dance
Wednesday 31 December, 7.30pm
Chadderton Town Hall, Middleton Road, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 6PP
Hosted by DJ B17 Boogie, featuring Lynne Sheldon, 40s singers and
entertainer, Oldham Scottish Pipe Band and other guest artistes. Advance
ticket only – £21 including supper. For tickets and further information
call Glenise on 0161 681 5873, or mobile 07946 252 164. Forties dress
encouraged but optional.
Advice, Support and Information
Free NHS Health Checks aboard the First Stop Health Bus
If you are aged between 40 and 74, registered with a GP within the city of
Manchester and not already being treated for heart problems or diabetes –
then you are eligible for a an NHS Health Check aboard the First Stop
Health Bus. The friendly team can measure your height, weight, waist
measurement, pulse, blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol levels, which
will allow you to learn your risk of developing cardiovascular disease in
the future and take steps to reduce that risk, so you can keep doing what
you like doing – for longer! The full test takes about 20 minutes and
results are available at the time – no returning to collect, so what is
there to lose?
The bus will be at the following locations from 10am to 6pm –
Mount Road, Gorton, M18 7BQ – Tuesday 2 December
Car Park next to West Gorton Medical Centre, Wenlock Way, West Gorton M12
5LH – Tuesdays 9 December and 16 December
Stockport Road/Yew Tree Avenue Corner, Levenshulme M19 3BP – Wednesdays 3
December, 10 December and 17 December
North City Shopping Centre Car Park, Harpurhey M9 4DJ – Thursdays 4
December, 11 December and 18 December
Bury New Road, (Lay by in front of Cash Generator) Cheetham Hill M8 5BN –
Saturdays 6 December, 13 December and 20 December
Visit www.thefirststopp.org.uk for more information.
Reducing Social Isolation and Loneliness Funding Programme
The projects funded as part of the Reducing Social Isolation and Loneliness
Funding Programme have now started delivering services to help tackle
isolation and loneliness of older people in Manchester. The details of
these projects, what support they offer and how to contact them or make
referrals can be found on the Manchester Community Central website page at
https://www.
manchestercommunitycentral.
org/reducing-social-isolation-
and-loneliness-grant-fund-
2014-2015
A printed brochure containing details of all projects funded by the
Reducing Social Isolation and Loneliness Funding Programme will be
available shortly.
Local Link
Transport for Greater Manchester’s door-to-door Local Link services offer
an easy, affordable way to get around for people who need to travel in
areas that do not have nearby alternative public transport services. Local
Link will pick up and drop you off anywhere in the local service area,
giving you access to important local facilities such as healthcare,
employment, education, shopping and leisure. You can also use Local Link to
connect to other main public transport routes. You can book your trip up to
seven days in advance and at least an hour before you want to travel. Find
out what services run in your area by visiting the TfGM website at
www.tfgm.com/locallink or ring Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.
Manchester TUC Pensioners Association: New member recruitment
Manchester TUC Pensioners Association meets on the last Thursday of every
month except December. Meetings are at 2pm at Manchester Town Hall, and
include speakers on relevant issues affecting older people. The group is a
campaigning group, affiliated to the National Pensioners Convention, and is
currently looking for new members. If you are interested and are aged 50 or
over, please contact John Johnston, mobile 07791 251 016 or email
johnjohnstonclaret@hotmail.com
Regular Groups and Activities
New weekly Dementia Support and Activity Group, Moss Side
A new group is starting at the Amani Centre, Moss Lane East on Mondays
2-4pm. It is aimed at people with mild to moderate dementia who might
enjoy participating in a range of activities and making new friends.
Relatives/carers are welcome too and can enjoy a chat and regular
information sessions in the conservatory whilst their relatives are engaged
in the activities. Please contact the Co-ordinator of Together Dementia
Support, Sally Ferris, if you wish to refer someone or self-refer
Sally@togetherdementiasupport.
org or phone 07854 335 890. There will be an
“open” session on Monday 15 December and anyone interested is welcome to
come and meet us. www.togetherdementiasupport.
org
Take Notice: de-stress with art
First Tuesday of each month, 12:15, 1pm
Free, no need to book
Manchester Art Gallery, Moseley Street, Manchester city centre
Take Notice is a 30 minute free wellbeing session where visitors are guided
in looking at and engaging with art using Mindfulness techniques. Recent
studies have shown that regularly practicing Mindfulness can reduce stress,
improve memory and concentration and lift your mood. No previous experience
required.
Thursday Lates
Manchester Art Gallery, Moseley Street, Manchester city centre
Manchester Art Gallery is open until 9pm every Thursday. There is often
something going on, including music, talks and creative workshops, so keep
an eye on our website for details or phone the information desk on 0161 235
8888 and ask what’s coming up.
English Corner
Use art and objects to practice English.
Tuesday 2 December, 1 – 2.30pm at Manchester Museum
Wednesday 10 December, 1 – 2.30pm at Manchester Art Gallery
Thursday 18 December, 6.30 – 8pm at Manchester Art Gallery
English Corner is for people who are learning to speak English. The English
teacher leads activities that will help people to practise their speaking
and listening skills, whilst exploring artworks and collections on display.
Free, no need to book, just meet Lisa at the Information desk. Please get
in touch with Ruth Edson on 0161 235 8877 or email
r.edson@manchester.gov.uk for more information. Suggested donation £3.
Tackling Social Isolation – Stroke Association Stroke Cafes
The Stroke Association have opened some new stroke cafes across Manchester
as follows:
Chorlton: Barlow Moor Community Centre, 23 Merseybank Ave, M21 7NT on
Tuesday 2 December from 10am to 1pm. A light lunch is on offer and free
refreshments. Transport: 276 bus service to Merseybank Avenue, 23 bus
service to Barlow Moor Road.
Harpurhey: Harpurhey Wellness Centre, 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey M9 5BG on
Wednesday 10 December, 10am to 1pm. There is a cafe on site and a lovely
meal will cost a small amount with free refreshments. Transport: 112 and
118 bus services to Upper Conran St, 63 bus service via Rochdale Road then
a short walk to Church Lane.
Wythenshawe: Tree of Life Centre, Greenbrow Rd, Newall Green M23 2UE on
Thursday 18 December from 10am to 1pm. A meal will cost £2.99 with free
refreshments. Transport: 11 and 101 bus services stop outside the centre.
Further information on all cafes available from Helen Gilbertson on 0161
742 7482 / 07983 343 003 or email helen.gilbertson@stroke.org.uk
Free social-café and activities for people over 50 with Christmas Afternoon
Tea special events
Birch Community Centre, Brighton Grove (opposite Platt Fields Park),
Rusholme, M14 5TJ
As part of the new ‘Social & Security’ project in Rusholme there is a busy
calendar of activities and social café, complete with free wi-fi.
Weekly Friday session 12.30-3.30 with freshly brewed coffee, teas and
snacks alongside craft and food activities. Come along to our Christmas
Afternoon Tea specials on Friday 12th and 19th December.
Fortnightly popular Sunday session is great for breaking up the long
weekend with a festive craft session 3.30-5.30 and the Rusholme Film Club
5.30-8pm.
14th December: hand-made printed festive cards followed by the film
feature, My Life as a Dog
Donations welcome for refreshments. The centre is on many bus routes
including the 41, 42 linking the city centre and Rusholme, Fallowfield,
Withington and Didsbury. The 53 links Longsight, Beswick, Hulme and more.
For more information contact Rich Browning on 07913 540 680 or
richbrowning@
healthymehealthycommunities.
co.uk
Age-friendly Manchester Locality Networks (formerly VOP Networks)
We have successfully rebranded our locality Networks who all share a common
goal of developing Age Friendly communities and neighbourhood. The basic
idea behind each Age Friendly Network remains the same, in that partners
work together in a defined geographical area to improve services for, and
importantly, with, older people.
Each Network has, or is in the process of, developing its own Age Friendly
Action Plan which includes priority actions which covers:
Promoting services and sharing information with older people
Listening to and consulting with older people
Strengthening the network to ensure effective joint working
Reporting (Ward Coordination, Health and Well Being Plans etc)
Delivery of Local Projects
Age-friendly Network Contact Details
Networks are supported by colleagues working in localities across the city:
Harpurhey and Moston AFM Network
Contact Chris Sedgwick on 0161 234 5106 or by emailing
c.sedgwick@manchester.gov.uk
Higher Blackley and Charlestown AFM Network
Contact Andrew Jones on 0161 234 5107 or by emailing
a.jones8@manchester.gov.uk
Cheetham and Crumpsall AFM Network
Contact Janet Newell on 0161 234 5109 or by emailing
j.newell@manchester.gov.uk
Miles Platting and Newton Heath AFM Network (inc. Miles Platting, Ancoats
and Collyhurst and Newton Heath)
Contact Isobel Richards on 0161 203 2900 or by emailing
Isobel.Richards@
adactushousing.co.uk
Beswick, Clayton and Openshaw AFM Network
Contact Tracey Annette on 234 4299 or by emailing
t.annette@manchester.gov.uk
Chorlton & Chorlton Park AFM Network
Contact Devon Poyser on 0161 448 4200 or by emailing
D.Poyser@southwayhousing.co.uk
Didsbury and Burnage AFM Network
Contact Devon Poyser on 0161 448 4200 or by emailing
D.Poyser@southwayhousing.co.uk
Withington and Old Moat AFM Network
Contact Devon Poyser on 0161 448 4200 or by emailing
D.Poyser@southwayhousing.co.uk
Age Friendly Whalley Range
Contact Rebecca Bromley on 0161 234 4049 or by emailing
r.bromley@manchester.gov.uk
Wythenshawe VOP Network
Contact Patrick Hanfling on 0161 234 4188 or email
p.hanfling@manchester.gov.uk
Our AFM Locality Approach is beginning to pick up a pace once again and we
happy to be involved in conversations about developing consistent
approaches across Manchester with strategic teams covering each SRF area.
Look out for further updates in future bulletins about plans to develop
network structures across Central Manchester. If you are interested in
joining any of our existing Networks please contact Tracey Annette on 0161
234 4299 or email t.annette@manchester.gov.uk
The Age-friendly Manchester Team: Here with help and advice
Established in 2003 as VOP, the AFM partnership aims to improve the quality
of life of older people in Manchester. By creating the right partnerships
across the statutory, community and voluntary sectors and by co-producing
projects and programmes with older residents, the programme has become
nationally recognised as leaders in the field of ageing policy. The AFM
team is part of Public Health Manchester:
Tracey Annette: Community Engagement Officer,
Tel. 0161 234 4299, t.annette@manchester.gov.uk
Rebecca Bromley: Project Assistant,
Tel. 0161 234 4049, r.bromley@manchester.gov.uk
Patrick Hanfling: Programme Coordinator,
Tel. 0161 234 4188, p.hanfling@manchester.gov.uk
Louise Lanigan (Hope): Project Manager,
Tel. 0161 234 1366, l.hope@manchester.gov.uk
Paul McGarry: Senior Strategy Manager,
Tel. 0161 234 3503, p.mcgarry@manchester.gov.uk
Sherry DeWynter: Cultural Offer Manager,
Tel: 0161 234 2962, Sherry.deWynter@
allaboutaudiences.com
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