Chorlton Good Neighbours Care Gr

Who are we and what do we do?

Chorlton Good Neighbours Care Group has been supporting people in the Chorlton area since 1967. Our volunteers offer practical support and friendship to people, who need it. Most of the people who use us are older people who are isolated or who may be unable to get out on their own.

We receive funding from Manchester City Council. We have strong links with local churches, the Rotary Club of Chorlton and district, Manchester and we are affiliated to the Manchester Neighbourhood Care Groups Association.

Things we do

Coffee and Craft Mornings

Time to see friends and have a coffee. In addition, an arts and crafts group for those who want it. Thursday 10:00-11:30 am

Exercise Sessions for Older People

We have a number of exercise groups for older people.

Monthly Sunday Teas

Teas Bingo, light tea and entertainment for people who are housebound, lonely and elderly. 4-6 pm First Sunday in the month.

The Tuesday Group

For parents who need a bit of extra help with babies or toddlers.We take referrals from health visitors or parents can refer themselves. Tuesday mornings, 10:00-11:30 am

Outings and Social Events

For people who are elderly or housebound. Summer outing and Christmas parties. New Year’s lunch and events throughout the year.

General Advice

We can offer general advice over the telephone and can refer to other agencies and services.

Telephone Calls

We can make regular telephone calls to housebound elderly people to check if they need anything.

Shopping

Short-term cover when ill, after hospital discharge or for carer’s/home help’s holidays. Light shopping for personal items.Plus prescription collection.

Transport

Regular or one-off in volunteer’s own cars to hospitals, day centres, opticians, doctors or housebound people of any age. Donation requested.

Odd Jobs and Basic DIY

Changing light bulbs/batteries, fixing and mending, moving small items of furniture around the house and dog walking.

Visiting and Befriending

Short term support or long term regular visiting in person’s own home, including help with form filling, reading letter and making telephone calls.