New language cafe to alleviate social isolation

Efforts are underway to help newcomers to the Isle of Man who don't speak English as their native language.

A new language café will launch on Saturday - it's designed to help people learn English in a relaxed setting:
 

Café Lingo will be staffed by volunteers - many of whom are retired teachers - who are aiming to help people better integrate into Island life and reduce the risk of social isolation.
 
Retired deputy head teacher Karen Norton is leading the project - she says the café is open to everyone but it's recognised that adults may need more help:

The free meetings will take place on Saturday mornings at the Promenade Methodist Church in Douglas - you can find more details on our website.