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Inspire Magazine - Issue 2, 2019

The latest Inspire Magazine is the families & community issue; so take a look and see what is happening across the city. Join the conversation on Facebook by letting us know your community news, commenting on stories, and liking what you see! Want your own copy of Inspire Magazine? Click this link and fill out the form!

The latest Inspire Magazine is the families & community issue; so take a look and see what is happening across the city.

Join the conversation on Facebook by letting us know your community news, commenting on stories, and liking what you see!

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CONTENTS<br />

Meet our new Group Director of Place<br />

Anna Bishop is the latest person to join the One Manchester team ................... 4<br />

Over 50s hit the airwaves with Sonder Radio<br />

See how this project reduces isolation amongst the city’s older residents ......... 5<br />

Cleaning up at Rainbow Haven<br />

Local volunteers give a community venue in Gorton a good spring clean ......... 6<br />

Are you a new or expectant parent?<br />

The Baby Box Co. Programme is free to new parents across Manchester .......... 6<br />

A day in the life of our Gas Engineers<br />

Meet our gas team, who help to keep your homes in good working order ....... 7<br />

A helping hand for your business<br />

Free enterprise workshops to help set-up your own business........................... 8<br />

Catalyst Fund winners<br />

Helping local businesses to start or grow their businesses............................... 9<br />

Advice when you’re not going to be at home<br />

You must let us know if you are leaving your home empty ............................. 10<br />

Keep your home gas-safe and win £100<br />

Look after the safety of yourself, your family and your neighbours ................... 10<br />

Respecting and tolerating others<br />

Being a good neighbour is all about respect ................................................ 11<br />

Do you have concerns for a neighbour?<br />

Looking out for those living around you could make all the difference ............. 11<br />

Growing your own<br />

Helpful hints and tips to get your gardening off to a good start....................... 13<br />

Building confidence with boxing<br />

Creating opportunities for young people to express themselves ................... 14<br />

Get snappy in your area<br />

Show us what you love about your community through photography ............ 15<br />

Got any bulky items you no longer need?<br />

Giving unwanted items away to others is a great way to recycle..................... 15<br />

Saving for funeral costs<br />

Planning for the inevitable can help ease the strain for the future .................... 18<br />

If you’re struggling to make ends meet take a break<br />

with the United Utilities Payment Break Scheme .......................................... 19<br />

Could stress be affecting you?<br />

Check-in with yourself during National Stress Awareness Month ................... 19<br />

Help with reading and writing<br />

Do you know someone who struggles to read and write? ............................ 20<br />

Can your skills make a difference to our services?<br />

We’re looking for enthusiastic people to help influence our services ............. 20<br />

The latest on our new homes<br />

An update on our latest developments ...................................................... 22<br />

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