Two local groups share how Aylesbury Community funding has helped them

Monday, 15 March 2021 13:00

Aylesbury Hindu Temple Trust and Florence Nightingale Hospice Trust have spoken at the latest Aylesbury Community Board Meeting.

Dr Prakash Dey from the Aylesbury Hindu Temple Trust gave details on the way their funding has let them help vulnerable families, and deliver food and essentials to people shielding in the pandemic. They also were able to develop a range of online activities and group chats, to help local residents who may be feeling isolated and alone.

Lee Lloyd, Head of Fundraising from the Florence Nightingale Hospice Trust also spoke at the meeting, and explained how their funding allowed them to create a video names 'A Time to Reflect' which replaced their usual 'Tree of Light' event that couldn't take place this year due to COVID restrictions. Using music, imagery, quotes and reflections, the video provides a gentle but moving way for people to remember their own loved ones who they have sadly lost. The Trust also created an online book of remembrance for people to write their personal thoughts and reflections.

Speaking after both presentations, Mark Winn, Chairman of the Aylesbury Community Board said: "These are just two examples of the projects the board has helped to support since last July. It is amazing to hear how Community Board funding has made a real difference to peoples' lives within our community."

Cllr Winn added: "The actions of the subgroups really show how we can come together to make a difference to the lives of residents in Aylesbury."