Barriers to walking – Neurodiversity
This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week. In support of this we want to highlight the challenges experienced by those with autism and ADHD…
Barriers to walking – Alzheimer’s
It’s well known and researched that walking boosts our overall wellbeing. For many, stepping outside for a walk is easy. But for many others, it isn’t. Why?
Move Mates Stories: Michael and Jordan
Michael’s weekly Move Mate walks with volunteer Jordan have made a real difference to his life Jordan has been a Move Mate volunteer since 2022
Move Mates Stories: David and Liz
At the beginning of November Move Mate Liz hit a very special milestone Liz has completed 100 walks with David over the past two and
Move Mates Stories: Nigel and Libby
Over the last year Nigel has walked on a weekly basis with a Move Mate Nigel spotted Move Mates online and after reading the website
Move Mates Stories: Ceri and Sue
Sue has been volunteering with Move Mates for the past three years, she has been walking with Ceri for 18 months David, Ceri’s son, got
Move Mates Stories: Barbara and Sarah
Barbara has been walking with Sarah since early 2023. She has been building up her confidence walking again after being housebound. Barbara realised that she
Move Mates Stories: Andrew and Jane
Jane has been walking with *Andrew since early 2023. He has been building up his confidence walking with his dog, and walking further. Jane had
Move Mates Stories: Jo and Elaine
Jo has been walking with Elaine and building up her confidence in leaving her home. They have worked together to plan small steps. Jo has
Move Mates Stories: Bunty and Daniel
Bunty was referred to Move Mates through Age UK, she has been walking with Daniel since November Bunty has appreciated having a walk scheduled that