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The British Red Cross support at home Macmillan service which supports people and their families living with cancer and other life limiting conditions has been described as 'fantastic' by one user. iting lots of riana Rigg enjoy vis Nick Holden and Ma Red Cross. the g vin ser es their rol different venues in la. They Ga ton help out at Helps They were happy to that our es em sch w ne e som out ht) were keen to talk ab rig see se ea (Pl are of. readers may be unaw
Timber, the Bernese Mountain dog meets Dawson, the Chihuaha, at Helps ton Gala Fun Dog Sho w on Saturday. Both dogs took prizes in their cla ss, Timber (2), gaining a First and Dawson a third prize. Dawson has a specia l story. His owner is a veterinary nurse, Hannah Morga n, who works for Anima tes at Thurlby. He was born at the practice and str uggled to live. It was Hannah wh o brought him to life with lots of rubbing and encou ragement. She took the pup and has now ‘fallen in lov e’ with chihuahas. She has a longhaired version, Diego as a pal for her specia l boy. Tony Mead and his wif e, Pam, from Barnack saw the Bernese breed at Cru fts. They now have two , the other dog, Brie is age d 8. Tony said: ‘They are happy to go for a long walk or jus t as happy to lie in front of the fire all day.’
He added: “it gave me the encouragement and confidence to face life on my own" Since 2013, the service has been providing companionship and social visits for up to 12 weeks although more support can be arranged for people receiving palliative care. Fully trained staff & volunteers can carry out practical tasks such as shopping & the collection of prescriptions or assistance with forms and can offer a therapeutic hand, arm and shoulder massage during their visit. They can also signpost people to other organisations for additional advice and ongoing support. In addition, the service offers support and respite for carers. The service works very closely with St Barnabas and Macmillan and can support with hospital discharge. The service is offered in the Bourne, Stamford, Deepings, Spalding, Crowland and surrounding areas. As a volunteer for the service, you will have the rewarding experience of making a difference to the lives of people who need extra support while learning new skills. To find out more about making a referral to the service or becoming a volunteer, please contact us on 0345 054 7171
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