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 Sasha KhanA year ago we kicked off our programmes to tackle loneliness and isolation in Tower Hamlets and Hackney. In our latest blog, we look back on some highlights, and gear up for another 12 months!
by Sasha KhanFrom connecting them to our programmes, to supporting them navigate new technology, read about how our outreach work will look, so we can keep helping out our older neighbours in east London.
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."
