Stories and Case Studies

David, 56, had a twenty-year career as a high-profile trade union official. But after he left work to care for his partner in 2010, he’s struggled to get back into work.

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, rural areas were already facing huge challenges connecting those within the community to each other, but the virus has forced places to radically adapt.

An initiative from Barnsley council has seen refurbished laptops and tablets given to care homes in order to give them the support and help they need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Cross Gates & District Good Neighbours' Scheme CIO in Leeds have moved their services online during the COVID-19 pandemic which has brought challenges and opportunities in equal measure.

For many in later life getting online can be quite a daunting prospect, but 83-year-old Maureen has taken up the challenge and shown how important it can be.

Intergenerational relationships are important for those in later life to feel connected to their community and improve their wellbeing.

Amir, who is in his early 50s, talks about his struggles with finding employment after spending the last four years applying for jobs.

After ill health, a marriage break-up and earning a degree from university, Mary has been liberally applying for jobs without much luck.