Our November Newsletter features WGN updates and local community news, plus information about support services for older residents. You can WGN Nov 2024 Newsletter

• We have fantastic news! Andy Clarke has reached his cycling challenge mileage and is now aiming to exceed his fundraising target for WGN. Over 2024 miles in 2024 to raise at least £2,024. Well done Andy!
• Creativity shared, with a moving poem by one of our Members, Marjorie.
• WGN 2024 festive cards are now on sale (limited edition). The packs feature winning designs by three students from Pioneer House High School. They took part in a design competition – to see their artwork featured in print.
• As we approach twelve months of the WGN Volunteer Drivers Scheme, we provide headline statistics that demonstrate the positive impacts of the service for WGN Members. We also introduce a couple of our fantastic Volunteer Drivers, and hear what they enjoy most about driving for our scheme.
• A reminder about claiming Pension Credit, for those who are eligible. Also, important news about Manchester City Council’s own support package for older people who are struggling with the cost of living this winter.
• International Mens Day event at Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre on 20 November.
• String of Hearts’ new Home Visits project – connecting older residents in Trafford and Wythenshawe with musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music.