Get Behind Gift Box Appeal
Published on 01 November 2024 11:42 AM
Get Behind this Year Gift Box Appeal!
Age Cymru Dyfed is urging the west Wales public to donate festive gift boxes for lonely older people across the area.
Age Cymru Dyfed alongside Age Connect Wales and Care and Repair Cymru, is asking the public to fill a wrapped shoe box with simple gifts such as gloves, hats, scarves, and books alongside traditional festive treats such as shop bought chocolates, mince pies, and cakes. A Christmas card with a warm message would also be appreciated.
Once you’ve filled your shoe box, wrap it in festive paper and add a label indicating whether it is suitable for a female, male, or generic. Please don't include personal information about yourself and don't seal your gift box but secure it with a rubber band around the closed box.
Then drop your gift box to your nearest donation station by Friday 29 November 2024.
All the donated gift boxes will go to older people in West Wales who receive support services from the partnership, and who may not receive any other gifts this Christmas.
Age Cymru Dyfed’s chief executive officer, Simon Wright says
“We have several donation stations in West Wales to make it as easy as possible for you to get involved as we know that the festive period can be particularly difficult for older people living alone, especially those with poor health or who have recently been bereaved.
“For many older people, your gift box will be the only present they’ll receive this Christmas, and with your gift the festive season may be a little brighter."
Mid and West Wales Donation Stations
- Age Cymru Dyfed, 27 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 2LN
- Age Cymru Dyfed, 34-36 Market Street, Haverfordwest. SA61 1NH
- Age Cymru Dyfed 5-11 LEC Workshops, 100 Trostre Rd, Llanelli, SA15 2EA
- Care & Repair Carmarthenshire, Eastgate, Llanelli SA15 3YF. Monday - Thursday. 9am to 5pm. Friday 9am to 4pm. Call Helen Davies on 01554 744300.
For more information about the campaign you can ring 03333 447 874 or email reception@agecymrudyfed.org.uk.