He added: “I have lived in Manchester for over six years now and I’m proud to call this city my home.
“The volunteers that I have met here today are really inspirational, they are true heroes and it was a pleasure to learn about their dedication.
“I’m really grateful that I was able to spend time with them and play a small part in helping to deliver such vital work for the people that they support.”
Jahan Hussain, trustee at Lifeshare, said: “Following a really difficult year, where Lifeshare even faced closure during its 40th anniversary, support like this is literally life-saving.
“Diogo and his wife were brilliant and got stuck in – it was a real mood lifter for all.”
Lifeshare is hosting its annual Christmas Project, a week-long event which sees the charity open its doors from 7am to 7pm until Friday to anyone in need of shelter, food and companionship.
