North London Cares

Stories of community and connection across the generations (@NorthLDNCares is no longer operational).

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

For 12 years, @NorthLDNCares brought older and younger neighbours together to reduce loneliness and intergenerational polarisation.

We closed in 2023, but will continue sharing stories of connection, to help people feel part of our changing world rather than left behind by it.

[The Cares Family @TheCaresFamily]

Thanks to Marmalade Trust, #LonelinessAwarenessWeek has grown into a global movement.

5,000 activities are scheduled in the UK, the US, Estonia and Malaysia to help people talk about this ‘normal human emotion that signals a need for social connection.'

https://t.co/MNfKnuAvKS

[The Cares Family @TheCaresFamily]

"How are you today?" is a simple question that can be a route to empathy, connection and belonging.

This year, it's a question at the heart of #LonelinessAwarenessWeek.

Find out more and be part of it:

https://t.co/heqOs2vNAI

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

‘This community experience is unbelievable. I've started writing. I'm on my third play. I didn't know I had it in me.’

Congrats @Hamps_Theatre for this wonderful work reducing loneliness in bustling Camden, one of the loneliest boroughs in the country:

https://t.co/oYwHcQpOqj

[The Cares Family @TheCaresFamily]

Loneliness is a personal crisis, a public health crisis, and a political crisis.

But there is strong evidence on how it can be tackled, and how a thousand flowers of connection can bloom.

Learn about the impact of our work via @ShorensteinCtr:

https://t.co/nuQ3kPwLgZ

[The Cares Family @TheCaresFamily]

🖼️ A photo on a desk
📕 A chat about a book
💻 Online networks

Whether we work in an office, at home, or some other place, this article contains some useful tips on how to tackle loneliness and build social connections at work:

https://t.co/1y2mXEiWWl

[The Cares Family @TheCaresFamily]

#OnThisDay in 2011, @NorthLDNCares and what became @TheCaresFamily started bringing neighbours together.

We are proud of the work we did over the next 12 years to build connection, community, and a sense of belonging in times of change:

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

Visit our legacy website, and learn more about why it matters so much to build belonging in times of challenge and change:

https://t.co/AvEUZJQjQN

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

For 12 years, @NorthLDNCares brought older and younger neighbours together to reduce loneliness and intergenerational polarisation.

We closed in 2023, but will continue sharing stories of connection, to help people feel part of our changing world rather than left behind by it.

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

We are devastated to share that The Cares Family charities have closed due to financial difficulties. We’re fiercely proud of our staff, our communities, and all we’ve built together over the past 12 years. More here: https://t.co/631mXapCDp

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

The weather may have cooled down, but it hasn’t stopped us from exploring the great outdoors!

Interested in an autumnal stroll around North London? Check the link in our bio for the walk next week Monday.🍁🍂

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

This week we are looking forward to going back to the Sherriff Centre to enjoy the lively atmosphere, see the friendly staff, and have some great coffee together ☕️

Sign up to our social clubs programme to get connected and meet new neighbours 👆

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

Younger Neighbours Holly and Declan are taking part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon in October.
“The older neighbours are the funniest, kindest, most good natured people I’ve ever met. I’m running as it’s a great way to raise awareness about great work North London Cares does”.

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

At last week’s Jazz club Jreena @JreenaG took us on a journey in time through jazz.

We Charleston-ed our way through the 1920’s, swung through the 30’s and rocked through the 50’s!

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

Luciana (90) has been paired up on Love Your Neighbour for a few months.Her match Mataya (28) took her to a new coffee shop where she celebrated having her first cappuccino in years!
Join us today on ‘Love Your Neighbour’ to meet a new friend and maybe a new signature drink too!

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

We've 21 Social Clubs in September including a concert visit, crafting, dancing, exhibition visits, farmyard visit, outdoor games, tech help, walks, yoga and zumba.

If you'd like to get involved contact us on 020 7118 3838 option 3.

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

Sarath and Sarah brought the Summer vibes at our recent 12th birthday party.
As we say goodbye to our damp squib of a Summer, we look forward to saying ‘Hello’ to lots of new younger and older neighbours over the coming months at NLC

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

A big thanks to Younger Neighbours Stacey, Jane, Kelly, and Michelle for helping the Outreach team with leafleting in Barnsbury, King’s Cross and Somers Town.

If you’d like to do the same in your neighbourhood then get in touch with us at: [email protected]

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

We’ve had 88 new volunteers that have joined North London Cares since January.
We run two programmes for you to get involved in: Love Your Neighbour and Social Clubs.
To find out more and to book your place on one of our upcoming volunteer inductions visit https://t.co/lZqkEplIk3

[North London Cares @NorthLDNCares]

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Last Saturday we welcomed Rozy & Anthony to their first ever Social Club which was also our 12th Birthday party 🥳.
We introduced them to Michael,who’s been attending our clubs for years & the trio bonded over their love of Motown music 🎵

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Rozy & Anthony are also looking forward to getting matched up with a younger neighbour on our 1-2-1 friendship programme.💙