I have lots of really nice things here that have come from the kindness of other people. I live just above a community centre so …
Kindness: The Value Of Community
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It’s Basically A House on A Boat
I have been living on this boat since September. Essentially, it’s a long corridor. It’s 45 ft and as wide as my hand span – 6 …
It’s A Different Way Of Working
Since coronavirus hit, my partner and I have both been working from home. My partner and I now have a better appreciation of how hard …
As a Volunteer in Lockdown I Shopped For People
For the first three months of lockdown, I consciously made a decision to volunteer in the local community. I started working with the local council hub …
Autism, Lockdown And My Son’s ‘Forever Home’
My son has autism, learning disabilities and a form of ADHD. He is excessively hyperactive. He also has a condition called ‘pica’ – which means he …
It’s a good wee street… good neighbours around us.
I’ve lived here since 1982. I originally lived on the other side of the street – where I was born. Our family have been …
In this area you always felt a strong sense of community.
I’ve lived here my entire life. In this area you always felt a strong sense of community. There are a lot of families like our …
In the two years the shop has been in existence we have helped over forty families…
In the two years the shop has been in existence we have helped over forty families through difficult circumstances – marriage break up, divorce, unemployment, …
I love my home, it’s where I’m happiest.
I love my home, it’s where I’m happiest. It’s not special…. but it’s special to me. I used to be a real mad collector and …
My mother really created that welcome….
There were 4 children and my parents living here …..and the last 10 years there have been various dogs. My parents moved here in 1983 …