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The idea
behind Community Friends arose when I was confined to my home following
an MS relapse. I had become 'a home-aloner', part of the group with
disabilities or frailty and no family carer.
I
discovered about the additional challenges this brings and shortcomings
in what the care system provides. I met a number of volunteers who make
a real difference.
There
could be greater sharing and use of information and resources and more
social contact through informally linking those needing care and support
with each other and individuals within organisations giving care and
support.
Gardening
Buddies
Permaculture principles
for implementing a scheme include 'starting small' and 'starting by your
backdoor'. I'm starting my local CF Network with 'Gardening Buddies'
(see diagram) and
talking with my local healthy living centre. |