When Dressability received five Christmas hampers, kindly given by Honda UK, they immediately thought of another charity who could find good homes to receive the hampers for families and individuals who were in much need of Christmas cheer this year.
Working with Jenny and Andrew Williams (featured in picture receiving the hampers) at the Gateway Furniture Project, a Swindon charity committed to helping local households in need, five homes were selected to receive a hamper and here is why.
The first box was gifted to a family whose disabled son passed away unexpectedly 4 weeks ago and were delighted to be given some treats to share with their other children. It brought a little joy in the darkest of times.
The second box given to an elderly couple who are vulnerable, particularly as the husband has late stage dementia. For many years it has been difficult for his wife caring for him, so being able to share a moment opening a box of gifts along with their children, gave the whole family precious memories to cherish.
The third box was given to a family whose son has Down’s syndrome and has struggled with his mental health during lockdown. The family also struggle financially and the mum has also been diagnosed with partial blindness, so the gift box was a much needed treat for the whole family.
The 4th box was gifted to a single mum of 2 children, recently diagnosed with cervical cancer. She had an operation 2 months ago and is having to shield for 12 weeks. They are dependent on help and support to get the children to school, meals and financial support. The gift box was a great way of helping them look forward to Christmas and beyond.
The final box went to a recovering drug addict who lives on his own. He has had many challenges during two lockdowns. He was thrilled and emotional to receive a gift box, knowing there were people around him who support and care about him.
Please help others by helping us. Give generously this Christmas.
