Help dealing with loss

Losing a loved one is an awful thing to have to deal with and friends and family will initially form a safety net of support and comfort.  Eventually though that safety net will dwindle and people will head back to their normal lives and homes…. what happens then?  You are not alone This is when…

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Elizabeth and William

William was an esteemed professor, a published author, and a social butterfly, but all that changed in 2018 when William suffered a nervous breakdown. This led to overwhelming social anxiety and intrusive thoughts of self-harm resulting in an admission to a mental health unit. After several weeks William returned home but was now no longer…

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Winter, and clients getting out.

Outdoor activities in winter prove to be very difficult for all of us. Alfred Wainwright famously said “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing”. At CM2M we do understand it’s not that straightforward, especially for those that live alone and staying in at home by the fire is an easier, and warmer,…

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Late Summer enjoyment for our clients.

Older Men enjoy outdoors

The late Summer provides lots of opportunities for our clients to get out, stretch their legs and watch the local wildlife. For some it can bring back important memories of spending time with loved ones, the smells, the sounds, and the tastes. The positive mental health impact was felt by our clients and buddies alike…

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Missing mates – a client’s perspective

Rugby Mates

Rugby When I was younger, during the summer months, I really missed it. I missed walking into the changing room to be met with the heady scent of tiger balm and deepheat. I missed the post match too the big bath, the sweet tea, the beers, the food (even if it was some strange pasta…

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It’s just not cricket (as we know it!)

Cricket

Last month our blog focused on live sport, on TV, and the importance of this to many older men. But what about actual live sport? Whilst the cost of going to watch a professional game may not be for everyone, our buddies have a great knowledge of local sports and where the best places to…

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Turn up the volume!

Sport is back

I don’t have a sports TV subscription which means that, like many older men, I often rely on the trusty wireless, the radio to younger folk. It not only provides me with running commentary on the featured match but latest transfer news, fan opinion and scores from around the grounds. Even if I’m not actively listening…

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Meet Rita

Rita is a carer for her partner Graham, they have no children and she is in her late 70’s. Graham, who is in is 80’s, had just started to show early signs of Dementia when Rita got in touch with CM2M. Rita and Graham worked in hosiery for many years and have many friends, they had an active social life…

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Meet Tom

Buddy Support for Tom

Tom was CM2M’s first client and in many ways highlights the needs of men similar to Tom, and how CM2M is able to meet both his needs and his carers. Tom, in his mid 80s can only be described as a bloke’s bloke (or man’s man). Other than his sisters his interaction has always been with other Men, working in…

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Great Escape, Del Boy & Madness (the band)

Cinema, theatre & concerts

Let me entertain you (2) Following a recent successful trip to the local cinema with an older man in his 80s, who has no children, this got me thinking about what entertainment is available to older men, and what are the barriers to them accessing that entertainment? The Great Escape, Del Boy & Madness When…

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