v THE HERALD - YOUR COMMUNITY MAGAZINE v 24th August 2023 • The HERALD • Page 15 Free Estimates • Fully Insured • Quality Service Tel: 023 8194 0878 • Mobile: 07710 464093 Email: mark@markparsonsdecorating.co.uk Web: www.markparsonsdecorating.co.uk Interior & Exterior Painting & Decorating Services ABOUT US Our roofers are the best in the business and are ready to give your roof a full and completely FREE inspection NEW SHOP OPENAT Suite 11a, South Street Centre, Hythe SO45 6EB Open: Monday, Tuesday,Thursday 10am-4pm; Wednesday 10am-1pm; Friday 1pm-4pm; Saturday 11am-1pm Derek on 07598 935902 brummieartist@yahoo.com Local Window & Gutter Cleaning Services PRIVATE & COMMERCIAL • Fascias • Soffits • Guttering • Roof Cleaning • Full Conservatory Cleans Fully Insured • Special OAP Rates GUTTERS CLEANED AND REPAIRED T: 07946 222820 www.hunterwgc.co.uk The Waterside Foodbank, in collaboration with Tesco Dibden, conducted a highly successful food collection on Friday 25th July. anks to the overwhelming support of the local community and the generosity of Tesco, the food drive resulted in the collection of an impressive 785 kilograms of food and essentials. e Foodbank extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone involved, as this substantial contribution will signi cantly bolster their stock levels and enable them to continue supporting those in need within the community. e success of the food drive was further enhanced by the invaluable assistance of local company Champion X, who volunteered their time and resources to shuttle the collected food from Tesco. e company’s volunteers also actively participated in the food drive, engaging with customers and leaving a lasting positive impression. During the event, Foodbank volunteers were frequently asked about the process of ensuring that the donated food reaches those who are most in need. As a Trussell Trust Foodbank, the organization operates as a crisisonly facility. Individuals seeking assistance must rst approach one of the Foodbank’s partner agencies, such as the Citizens Advice Bureau, New Forest District Council, social workers, doctor surgeries, local churches, or organizations like the Handy Trust and Dibden Allotments. ese agencies refer individuals to the Foodbank a er conducting a series of questions to determine if the Foodbank is the appropriate support system for them. is careful screening process ensures that the donated food is directed towards families and individuals facing genuine crises. Once an individual has received food parcels from the Foodbank on a few occasions, they are then referred to a dedicated support worker within the organisation. ese support workers, trained by the Citizens Advice Bureau, provide comprehensive assistance tailored to the speci c needs of each individual. is may include bene t checks, job applications, housing items: tinned meat, tinned fruit, tinned pulses, milk powder, tinned rice, tinned custard, sponge pudding, UHT milk, fruit juice, and dog food. Additionally, the Foodbank is actively seeking more volunteers. If you are interested in lending a helping hand, please email: info@waterside.foodbank.org.uk. e Waterside Foodbank extends its deepest gratitude to the community for their unwavering support and generosity. “Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those facing challenging circumstances”. Waterside Foodbank Expresses Gratitude to Community for Successful Food Drive support, and more. e Foodbank aims to work in partnership with individuals during their di cult times, ensuring they receive the necessary support to overcome their crises. e Foodbank emphasises that while they strive to make the support process as accessible as possible, the questions and procedures in place are essential to safeguard the community’s donations and ensure that the food reaches those who truly require it. To continue supporting the Foodbank’s e orts, the community is encouraged to contribute the following much-needed Food drive at Tesco Doreen Hosey will be holding fundraising sales at Jubilee Hall in Fawley on Saturday 9th September and Saturday 4th November. e sales raise funds for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. Fundraising Sales
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