On Wednesday 24th May 2023 Silver Readers and Silver Listeners came together for the first time to meet each other in person at Cedar House  in Leicestershire. Both residents and children had a fabulous time. The children read to the residents and both residents and children asked each other questions. We also had a lovely afternoon tea organised by Sally and a visit from the BBC who wanted to learn about the project.

Communicating across the generations!

Silver Stories:

‘Wonderfully simple but with the most incredibly positive impact for both Silver Listeners and Silver Readers.

Children (known as Silver Readers) telephone a Silver Listener every week and then read a short story or poem to them.

This not only helps the children to become more confident in their reading skills but also links our children to the older members of our communities and helps diminish their chances of feeling isolated.’

The church service at Cedar House in Rothley was very busy today. It was lovely to see everyone!

This morning, at Cedar House in Rothley, some of the residents enjoyed exploring and playing musical instruments with the nursery group.

They also enjoyed singing some well known songs!

Pamper time at Cedar House in Rothley! Looking lovely ladies! Very summery! Bright and cheerful!

The sunflower seeds are doing well at Cedar House in Rothley! We also had a little helper in to help water and do odd jobs!

Lovely sunny days and lollipops at Cedar House in Rothley! Cool and freshing!

The book club in full swing on Saturday at Cedar House in Leicestershire… The magic of words!

On Friday, at Cedar House in Rothley, the residents enjoyed a Summer Show by North East Producers… there was lots of singing, acting, dancing, costumes and comedy.