Cumbernauld Resilience keeps on providing lifeline

The determined band of volunteers have effectively served up a lifeline for the town’s residents who are self-isolating as lockdown enters its third week.

Aside from delivering much needed food parcels members have pitched in to assist those in an impressive array of other ways

Helpers have arranged for ‘company calls’ for people isolating alone and even helping an elderly resident access and set up a television.

Thanking all those who have assisted to-date, Councillor Gillian Fannan said: “We have been overwhelmed by the way in which the local community has rallied round to help those in need.

“We’d also like to thank Margaret Riley and her team at CACE who we are passing referrals to us for befriending calls to elderly residents.

“This is a difficult time for everyone however our town’s community spirit is truly uplifting.”

The councillor has also spelled out clear ways that our readers could enable them to continue their work.

Cash donations can be sent via www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/suzanne-macleod. Those who would like to make a donation of food or other essential items are being asked to call 07707 860 976.

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