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Volunteer Spotlight: Poppy
Poppy’s journey with Intergenerational Music Making (IMM) is a wonderful example of how early experiences of intergenerational connection can grow into a lifelong commitment to community. Having first become involved at just six years old, Poppy has grown up alongside IMM’s work, developing her confidence, creativity and leadership through a wide range of programmes and opportunities. Over the years, Poppy has taken part in and supported many IMM initiatives including Care to
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Mar 162 min read
Volunteer Spotlight in Manchester: Celebrating Xinyi
Xinyi is a first-year Psychology student at the University of Manchester and an international student originally from China. She loves singing and playing the piano, and enjoys capturing moments through photography. She is passionate about wellbeing, connection, and using creativity to bring people together. We’re delighted to welcome Xinyi as a new volunteer at our Bridgewater Hall Creative Community Hub. Xinyi brings enthusiasm, warmth and a genuine commitment to creating i
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Feb 202 min read
Volunteer Spotlight in Surrey: Celebrating Emma
This week, we’re shining a very bright light on one of Intergenerational Music Making’s incredible young volunteers: Emma! Emma a year 12 student, has been volunteering with IMM for the past eight months, supporting community days, intergenerational workshops, our Creative Health Hub in Guildford and taking on key administrative support. Her commitment, compassion and talent have made her an invaluable part of our team. From helping older adults experiencing loneliness feel
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Jan 121 min read
Celebrating our volunteer
We are pleased to share a case study from our Manchester volunteer, Chalce , reflecting on their experience supporting the Singing for the Heart project at the Salford Royal Heart Care Unit. Through their commitment and compassion, Chalce has made a meaningful difference to patients’ confidence, wellbeing and overall rehabilitation experience. Here, she shares in her own words how the project has impacted those she has worked with – and what the experience has meant to her.
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Dec 3, 20252 min read
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