Hearts and hands for the homeless
Manager of recreational programmes Debbie Christen said the project gives residents something meaningful to occupy their time.
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Rand Aid’s Ron Smith Care Centre recently launched its Hearts and Hands for the Homeless project during lockdown.
Manager of recreational programmes Debbie Christen said the project gives residents something meaningful to occupy their time.
The initiative has seen residents and staff uniting to turn plastic bags into yarn which will be used to crochet sleeping mats for the homeless.
“Our participants are pleased to have an opportunity to make a contribution towards improving the quality of life and well-being of another person. They have a focused sense of purpose in working on this meaningful project. It is also a good time to relax with a cup of tea and chat to fellow plan-makers,” said the manager.
Debbie said they need thousands of bags.
“We are appealing for donations of clean plastic bags, such as the supermarket carrier bags or coloured rubbish bags, once the lockdown restrictions are eased. One bag, one person can start a wave of kindness.”
For further information contact Debbie Christen on 010 534 6595.