A homebuilder has gifted £1,000 to a charity combatting loneliness in the elderly.
Barratt Homes donated to the Greater Good Project, a charity based in Burnley.
This money will fund creative workshops for the elderly in care homes across East Lancashire.
These workshops will be run by two creative practitioners — a musician and a performer.
The sessions aim to be interactive, with residents encouraged to participate in activities such as singing and seated dancing.
Cath Eddisford, director at the Greater Good Project, said: “Through a variety of workshops, projects and events, The Greater Good Project promotes positive health and well-being through creativity and the arts.
“With everything we do, we aim to create positive social interactions, improve confidence and self-esteem, promote goodwill, kindness and compassion, and nurture, inspire and empower struggling people in our community.”
The project currently supports more than 200 individuals in Rossendale and is dedicated to tackling various social issues, including loneliness and isolation.
The Greater Good Project currently supports over 200 people in Rossendale and is passionate about improving people’s mental health and well-being (Image: Mark Waugh)
Ms Eddisford said: "Each project aims to meet a different need such as tackling loneliness and isolation, improving skills for those who are disadvantaged, offering inclusive sessions for disabled participants and improving the confidence in children and young people.
"Many people have told us there should be more activities for older people in care homes who are lonely and isolated, and this project will meet that need."
Rhys Nicholson, managing director at Barratt Homes Manchester, said: “We are happy to support The Greater Good Project and bring some joy to the people of this Lancashire community.
“We encourage anyone who can donate to help this worthy cause in tackling the growing mental health crisis and bringing the Rossendale community together.”
The Greater Good Project relies heavily on grants, funding, and donations to sustain its operations.
For more information on supporting the charity or to learn about upcoming activities, visit the Greater Good Project website.
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