MCR CARES LIMITED

MCR Cares Limited is a UK registered charity (charity number 1176902) and company (registered number 10893107) based in Manchester. Operating under the public name Manchester Cares, it is part of The Cares Family, a larger network of community organizations. Founded in 2017, MCR Cares Limited focuses on building community connections between young professionals and older neighbours in Manchester, aiming to reduce social isolation and loneliness across generations.

Mission and Vision

MCR Cares Limited seeks to address the growing social and generational divides in a rapidly changing urban environment. The organization’s vision is to bring together young and older residents of Manchester to share time, experiences, laughter, and friendship. This bridging of generational gaps aims to enhance wellbeing, confidence, skills, belonging, and a sense of purpose for both groups.

The charity recognizes the challenges posed by globalisation, gentrification, digitisation, and changing housing patterns, which often lead to older and younger people living parallel but separate lives. By fostering intergenerational relationships, MCR Cares works to combat loneliness and social division while strengthening community cohesion.

Activities and Impact

MCR Cares creates a community network where young professionals and older neighbours hang out and help one another. Its programs encourage meaningful interactions that improve neighbours’ wellbeing and empower them socially and emotionally. The charity focuses on outcomes such as:

• Reducing loneliness and isolation among participants
• Enhancing skills and confidence
• Building a stronger sense of community and belonging
• Bridging social, generational, digital, cultural, and attitudinal divides

Governance and Structure

MCR Cares Limited operates with careful governance procedures covering complaints handling, risk management, safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries, volunteer management, and adherence to ethical standards including managing conflicts of interest and paying staff appropriately. The organization is registered with the Charity Commission and complies with UK nonprofit regulations.

MCR Cares Limited plays a significant role in Manchester’s social landscape by fostering intergenerational solidarity and ensuring that diverse city residents remain connected in a fast-evolving urban environment.

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