There is now the opportunity to build bridges over the traditional fault lines between communities, professionals and sectors and to shift power towards community led health and place- based creative approaches to integrated care. Individuals and their stories, whether sung, spoken, written, drawn, enacted, young or older must be heard, exchanged and recognised. It’s through stories, whether factual or imaginary, that people tell us who they are, where they’ve come from and where they dream of going next.

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This initiative will enhance and build upon links between education, health and community organisations to enhance public engagement and increase access to the arts, linking voluntary and strategic organisations. We are using Intergenerational music as a conduit for the sharing of cultural heritage, providing a physical and emotional bond and enhancing individual identity for the young and the old.

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The platform will give members:

• A heightened sense of community

• A strong creative support network

• Creative resources centred around connection and compassion

• Training opportunities for staff

• Guidance through creating lasting intergenerational connections

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This initiative has the capacity to embed an intergenerational matrix across the UK. Through connection and collaboration, we can build strong, creative communities. Through music and the act of music making, we aim to raise awareness, establish links and in turn, tackle loneliness, isolation and promote sustainable socialisation for those most vulnerable.