Older neighbours with deep roots in our communities, often have few connections in modern Manchester and struggle to leave their homes due to poor health. Meanwhile, Manchester’s growing class of younger neighbours can have connections around the world, but no meaningful roots in their neighbourhoods. Covid-19 has further isolated both groups, with many over 65s shielding alone and reported loneliness amongst 18-24 year olds more than doubling since lockdown.

Love Your Neighbour creates one-to-one friendships between neighbours who are increasingly living side by side, but seldom have the opportunity to interact. Your support will enable us to create and sustain 60 matches for as long as Covid-19 continues and in the recovery. Younger neighbours will bring the outside world in through weekly home visits and, during lockdown, phone friendships. Neighbours are matched based on shared interests to build long lasting and mutually beneficial friendships.