Chipperfield Care has been in existence for over 18 years and during that time has dealt with thousands of requests for assistance from Chipperfield residents to take them to doctor and hospital appointments, to take them shopping or to visit sick relatives. Furthermore, we keep in touch with some clients on a regular basis by phone if necessary.
All members of Chipperfield Care are volunteers. Some will ‘man’ the telephone and others do driving – a number do both and have been involved in Care from the very early days.
The organisation has not changed much since its inception, but from time to time we have to address the changing needs of the village. We would welcome any ideas and suggestions that might benefit the community in the twenty-first century. For instance have we reached everybody in the village who might welcome the sort of help that we can offer? Do you have a neighbour or know of anyone who might benefit from our services, and what kind of assistance is required?
Equally, would you like to join the organisation – there is no joining fee! We can always do with more volunteers in particular to do some driving. It is not an onerous task. You might be a Duty Officer on the telephone once a month, or be asked to take somebody to the surgery from time to time.
The Organiser is Lesley Baker on 01923 264254 and the Chairman is Shelagh Nichols on 01923 269882. We would like to hear of your ideas and suggestions or to welcome new members to Chipperfield Care. Do ring as we need to keep the organisation up-to-date with the needs of today.
Shelagh Nichols