Butterfly Buddies - Connecting Generations Through Joy
- Shinfield News
- Jun 30
- 2 min read

Every Wednesday morning, something wonderful unfolds at Parsons Grange Care Home in Shinfield: the intergenerational Butterfly Buddies sessions, where toddlers and care home residents come together for an hour of singing, crafts, games, and laughter. The initiative, championed by founder Joe Peacock, aims to bridge generational gaps and foster community spirit through shared joy and creativity .
Weekly Sessions Bring Generations Together
• When: Every Wednesday, 11:00 am–12:00 pm term-time
• Where: Parsons Grange Care Home, Westall Street, Shinfield, RG2 9AU
• Who: Children aged around two to four, along with their parents, carers, or childminders happity.co.uk+2happity.co.uk+2happity.co.uk+2
• What's Involved: Engaging intergenerational activities such as singing, storytelling, bubbles, crafts—offered in a nurturing environment for both the young and the elderly .
Why It Matters
Butterfly Buddies isn't just fun—it’s purposeful. The program is designed to:
• Promote emotional connection between children and seniors
• Reduce isolation among older adults
• Teach children empathy, respect, and the importance of community
• Strengthen the local bond by linking care homes with families in
Looking Forward
With its clear success, Butterfly Buddies is poised to remain a regular fixture in Shinfield’s community calendar. Families keen to book can reserve a slot in advance via Happity or through Butterfly Buddies’ own website. Future plans even include extending the frequency of sessions to every other week to deepen the budding relationships between residents and children.
How to Get Involved
• Families & Carers: Reserve your place for free-spirited Wednesday mornings filled with singing, crafts, and intergenerational fun. Visit Happity or the Butterfly Buddies website for bookings.
• Care Homes & Community Venues: Interested in hosting? Butterfly Buddies is actively expanding and welcomes new venues.
Booking Info
Weekly sessions—term-time only—with options to pre-pay for blocks, siblings, or childminder groups. Be sure to register early, as spots fill up quickly.
Butterfly Buddies is a beacon of intergenerational unity in Shinfield—spreading joy, building connections, and strengthening our community, one Wednesday at a time. It’s a beautiful reminder that when young and old come together, both wings of our community can truly soar.
Visit butterflybuddies.co.uk for more information.
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