We moved to a fairly new estate in Meltham 16 years ago. Lots of the people living there hadn’t been there long, so other than saying “hello” as you do in the street or over the garden fence, we didn’t really know each other. Continue reading “Phil’s story: Getting to know people”
Vicky’s story: Little circles of kindness
If I told you that receiving a jar of flowers with her shopping inspired a lady to get out her brushes and begin painting again, I think you’d be hard pressed to believe it. But that happened. A small act of kindness for someone who was feeling alone and unmotivated during the pandemic, was a reminder that she’s not forgotten and that somebody out here cares.
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Martin’s story: I’m keen to get involved in something
I finished work at Syngenta in Huddersfield in late 2019 after quite a number of years. I took some time to get work out of my system and consider what I could do with my time. Continue reading “Martin’s story: I’m keen to get involved in something”
Isaac’s story: Recipes for humanity
During the first lockdown, I joined a community Facebook page and I (like others) sent recipes in so that everyone could try something new. Mine was for Seaside doughnuts. Continue reading “Isaac’s story: Recipes for humanity”
Jeremy’s story: Volunteering and fundraising with the Milnsbridge Enhancement Group
Twenty-five years ago, a few of us formed the Milnsbridge Enhancement Group [MEG] to improve our village, Milnsbridge – once the heart of the thriving woollen industry but in decline at the end of the 20th Century. Continue reading “Jeremy’s story: Volunteering and fundraising with the Milnsbridge Enhancement Group”
Ellie’s story: I’m not proud of myself, I’m proud of other people
I’m really proud of the people around me. Continue reading “Ellie’s story: I’m not proud of myself, I’m proud of other people”
Lone’s story: It takes a village to make things work
I only moved to Shepley a couple of years ago. I haven’t had much opportunity to participate in local activity, partly due to working full time, and partly due to the Covid restrictions. But the Village Association really fires up the social life of the village. Continue reading “Lone’s story: It takes a village to make things work”
Jane’s story: Talent, skill and goodwill
When I found out that Kirklees Museums were looking for objects that could tell a story about the Covid-19 outbreak locally, I nominated our local helpline leaflet, a ziploc bag, pair of rubber gloves and a small bottle of hand gel. These items in some small way symbolise the story of our Golcar Mutual Aid Group. Continue reading “Jane’s story: Talent, skill and goodwill”
Aya’s story: Helping our neighbour
“I felt honoured that he trusted me. “
Sharron’s story: We’ve all got something to give
Early in lockdown the charity where I worked were contacted by a care home, who were looking for ways to alleviate some of the isolation and loneliness faced by many of their residents who were unable to meet their friends and family. Together with the care home, we came up with the idea of letter writing and shortly afterwards Give…a few words was born.
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Caroline’s story: Meeting amazing people
We set up the ONE17 Charitable Trust to help us become more aware of our wider community, to play an active role in providing relief to those in need and to help inspire and enthuse young people. Continue reading “Caroline’s story: Meeting amazing people”
Judith’s story: Connections that last
I’m really proud of the Crossroads Project in Meltham, which started out 25 years ago as the first church charity shop to open as a collaboration between all the local denominations. This in itself was just the start and has evolved organically over time. Continue reading “Judith’s story: Connections that last”
Bev’s story: Giving is a two-way thing
I love cooking Christmas dinner, it’s one of my favourite parts of the holiday. So last year I had the idea to create proper Christmas hampers for ten families who might not be able to afford them. Not just pre-cooked food, but all of the ingredients they would need to cook their own Christmas dinner… Continue reading “Bev’s story: Giving is a two-way thing”
