Move Mates Stories: James and Imelda
It’s the differences that bring us together ‘It’s such a misty tactile thing one’s mental health and the stigma with males doesn’t help.’ – James
Move Mates helps build physical and mental strength
Charlene’s Story… It was like a sign that maybe I’m gonna be okay after all. Charlene has been walking with her Move Mates, Lizzie and
Students of York out in force
Students across York are loving being a Move Mate We want to celebrate all that they’re doing to support their local community… Volunteers at Move
Volunteer Stories: Laura
Volunteering is an important part of life Laura got involved as a volunteer for our prescription deliveries during the first lockdown. Having been furloughed from
A quick pairing provides a lifeline for a loved one
When Diane’s mother was diagnosed with dementia, she was very keen to enable her to carry on walking. Diane had to come up to York
Gaining confidence through one-to-one walking
Craig wanted a Move Mate because he lacked confidence and felt it was too much to join a group to socialise. Craig is autistic and
A simple idea that has a massive impact
When Hannah heard about Move Mates she thought it was a really simple idea that could have a massive impact. So it was an absolute
A chance meeting makes a happy pairing
Volunteering is always a win win. It was during his daily walks around Huntington, the Foss and Haxby during lockdown last summer, that Danny bumped
A Move Mate Pair Gain an Art Commission
Getting creative whilst raising people’s understanding of autism Jenna and Charley were paired up during lockdown as phone buddies. They clicked immediately and spent two
Volunteer Stories: Chris
Walking and meeting people: two things I love We met volunteer Chris, who told us how satisfying it is to do something you are passionate