By Isle of Wight Observer
Age UK IW is urgently seeking individuals and companies with access to vans or larger vehicles to help deliver free hygiene packs.
The campaign, ‘Dignity in Every Pack’, aims to distribute £50,000 worth of hygiene packs across the Island by March. To date, almost half of the packs have been distributed, making a significant impact on the lives of many Islanders aged over 50.
Age UK IW will only request voluntary drivers to deliver hygiene packs to organisations, such as local care homes or other charities, not directly to people’s home addresses.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support we have received so far in delivering these essential products, especially from our volunteers, staff and trustees,” said Maria Bunce, chief officer of the charity. “However, there is still work to be done.”
The hygiene packs include items such as continence pads, continence pants, bed pads and creams, which can be expensive to buy.
If you have a van or larger vehicle and are willing to volunteer to carry out a delivery, please contact cally.trott@ageukiw.org.uk.
Mal Butler