On Thursday 27th April, volunteers from AgeUK Isle of Wight’s Good Neighbour Scheme (GNS) were delighted to treat an excited group of clients to a fabulous, home-made, fresh cream tea at the ever-popular Busy Bee garden centre cafe in Ryde, which also provided an opportunity to meet and chat to new friends.
Proving that everybody needs Good Neighbours, AgeUK IW’s GNS volunteers provided the transport for their guests and ensured the afternoon was as enjoyable as possible.
Guests were also able to enjoy a good look around the Busy Bee garden centre, which, as most people know, is an event in itself!
Special thanks
Huge thanks go to AgeUK IW’s amazing volunteers – including volunteer, Allan, who took some fantastic photos of the event – and to the event’s generous sponsors.
Our special thanks go to Martin at Isle of Wight Design and Print, Newport, Rick at iFix Local, Newport, and one other who preferred to remain anonymous. Their support made the event possible.
A cornerstone of the charity’s services
AgeUK IW’s award-winning Good Neighbour Scheme (GNS) is a cornerstone of the charity’s services.
It provides vital assistance, friendship and reliable support to older Island residents with no one else to turn to. Because no one should have no one this event is just one of many to come – particularly as we celebrate our 50th anniversary.
News shared by Helen on behalf of Age UK Isle of Wight. Ed
