This year will go down in history for many as the most difficult, challenging we have had to face. Covid 19 has indirectly affected us all, some more than others, reports Popcan, the Penleigh & Oldfield Park Community Action Network.
“However, we want to remember 2020 was the year that the community of Westbury came together to help each other, be proud of the response we had, send many thanks to the local people and community groups who throughout the pandemic have been continuing to function for the good of their local community.
“Although Covid 19 has stopped many opportunities this year, POPCAN has continued to support their local area.
“POPCAN donated £500 to Abraham’s Kitchen, where food ingredients were sent to families to cook a meal from scratch.
“POPCAN member, Samantha Shore, has been busy delivering food boxes.
“We held a Uniform Hand It On event in August at the Westbury Community Project (WCP), where we asked for donations of unwanted, still useable school uniforms that we could pass on to others who could make use of them. We had a great response and we managed to help out over 30 families. We still have a stock of uniforms left so if anybody needs any more, we may be able to help.
“POPCAN said a fond farewell to Scott Jacobs-Lange, Sovereign Housing community engagement officer who helped to set up POPCAN, but Scott left behind a community group with a voice who are continuing to do good for Westbury.
“When able, we plan to have a regular monthly pop-in session at WCP on the first Tuesday of each month 12.30-2.30pm, where people can come along, have a chat, catch up and join in the discussions of the day.
“Next year; We hope to put on our annual Pop-Up Fun Day at Penleigh Park and be here for Westbury.”
