Dame Esther Rantzen, DBE
Internationally renowned TV celebrity and journalist, Dame Esther Rantzen DBE is equally recognised for her creation of two charities, Childline and Silverline.
Esther is also a Patron for Operation Encompass.
Esther has been aware of Silver Stories since she first saw it in practice in the school where it was created. She encouraged David and Elisabeth ( the creators of Silver Stories) to launch Silver Stories as a charity and was keen to be a trustee.
She says of Silver Stories…
“Children and older people are natural partners, and Silver Readers take great pride in the joy they give when they read to their Silver Listeners. A simple idea, but like so many simple ideas, incredibly effective at creating links between the generations, gently fostering a love of reading, and spreading happiness. “