Retirement Village Residents Rally for Shoebox Appeal
The residents didn’t just financially support the project but put their skills and creativity to work, knitting hats and gloves, crafting soft toys, and even upcycling charity shop finds. Preloved ‘Barbie’ dolls were given glamorous makeovers, complete with painted-on shoes and custom-made outfits. A homemade teddy bear was also included in each, made by the Stoke Gifford ‘Knit and Natter’ group.
Viv expressed pride in the community’s efforts, saying, “Everyone in the Village has worked really hard to make the project a success. Staff, residents, families and friends have pulled together to give the children a box of little extras, put together with thought and love, to cheer their Christmas”
This is just the latest in a number of charity fundraising ideas ExtraCare residents have been involved in. This latest act of kindness showcases the power of the ExtraCare community and proves that anyone can make a meaningful impact on the lives of others if they just put their mind to it.
Find out more information about the Teams4u Shoebox Appeal.
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