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Intergenerational community cohesion, health and wellbeing project

From "People Powered Beckton & Royal Docks"

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Proposed budget

GBP 18,500

Description

Project owner: Freedom House UK (FHUK)

Project aim:

What

The project aims to bring together communities and to build a stronger, safer and healthier more cohesive community in the local wards in the Royal Albert Docks and Beckton area. 

How

The project will a major community engagement activity, to be followed by 3 quarterly follow-up events that will promote stronger, healthier and safer spaces. The activities will comprise health and wellbeing awareness, through healthy competitive activities, promoting healthy eating tips and mental wellbeing. The project will establish a flagship intergenerational project, for skills-sharing, intercultural dialogues and proposed paintings, poster or inspirational writings to be posted in the local newspapers, online and other community platforms. 

Who

 This project will bring together youth, families and older members of society (elderly) and propose activities that will create mutual skills-showcasing to improve safety and engagement through fun activities.

Following from the success of this project, follow up activities will be maintained to ensure continuous contact with the isolated in the community, especially the young and the very old.

When:

Project Start: 1/03/2026

Main Event: April 2026

End: 30/03/2027

Numbers benefitting: 150-200

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Posted by:Karen Webb
6 months ago
Are you a community interest company or a charity? Would like to know more about you and the work you do, do you have a website? Thanks
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I can honestly say this project is one of the best out there as it promotes inclusivity of all ages and backgrounds allowing everyone to feel just as welcome and important as others
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Id like to get more info please wayne@creativeengagementservices.com
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This is a much needed project, especially where inter-generational cohesion is concerned. The mental health and cohesion benefits will be tangible. There is also a cultural and social wealth that is being wasted due to elder exclusion. I would lie to see this project in action, and perhaps contact the organisers to help propagate the idea among other communities. Well done.
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This is a powerful initiative that brings people of all ages together to strengthen community ties in Royal Albert Docks and Beckton. The mix of health, wellbeing, and intergenerational activities is an excellent way to promote safer, healthier, and more cohesive neighbourhoods. It’s especially inspiring to see the focus on inclusion, creativity, and sustained follow-up, ensuring lasting impact for both young people and older residents.
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Sounds like an interesting project i look forward to attending some of the events.
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under consideration

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Community Development and Participation
Health & Wellbeing
Voluntary, Community or Faith Sector-led Project
People Powered Places 2025 - 2027

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