Sharing time is precious – especially in our busy, fast-paced city. But 40% of older people say the TV is their main form of company, and young people are increasingly feeling disconnected too. By donating to East London Cares, you could help make our activities possible so that older and younger Londoners can share time and new experiences
If you want to go the extra mile for East London Cares, check out our upcoming challenge events.
From 5k fun runs to marathons, and swims to cycles, there's something for you to brave this year.
by Rosa Friend At the beginning of lockdown, we introduced Val, 80, and Aimee, 27, for regular calls. They’ve been calling each other for over four months and Val says Aimee is "like a daughter" to her now. Recently, they told the story of their friendship on Radio 2.
by Rosa Friend At the beginning of lockdown East London Cares connected Anthony, 69, and Shams, 32, for regular phone calls. Here Shams tells the tale of their friendship – including nail varnish advice, naming tomatoes after each other, and sharing recipes – and how Shams has learnt "that people can connect and form friendships in all sorts of ways no matter what their age."
by Charlie JamiesonAs our current Head of Programmes moves into a new post in The Cares Family, join East London Cares as Head of Programmes – to progress our first year of work, to deepen relationships and to continue to develop the East London Cares team.
by EmiliaEmilia, 25, and Sid, 91, met at an East London Cares social club, and have been chatting on the phone every other day during lockdown. Here Emilia shares the story of their friendship:
"It has changed both of our lives! I’ve gained a friend, role model, life coach and I’m given all the free advice a confused 25 year old could need. Sid is one of the kindest and funniest people I’ve ever met, and at 91, has the most impressive stories of anyone I’ve ever met."
