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In their own words: older adults, carers and volunteers on what taking part has meant to them. Every story is shared with permission.
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“Cooking for two again feels good”
Simple recipes from a healthy-eating workshop now feed [Participant name] and her husband.
[Participant name], carer since [Year]
“Now I have friends to call on. Tuesday is my favourite day of the week.”
[Participant name], participant since [Year]Weekly tea gathering, [Community centre name]
A brighter stairway, and a garden to tend
A home-safety visit led to small changes — and a new courtyard hobby.
[Participant name], participant since [Year]
“I came to help others walk. I ended up walking further myself.”
[Volunteer name], volunteer since [Year]Walking group helper, [District]
Someone who understands, every other Thursday
The carers' support group gave [Participant name] time to breathe.
[Participant name], carer since [Year]
“We laugh a lot at the memory games. I look forward to it all week.”
[Participant name], participant since [Year]Memory café, [Community centre name]
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