For
two years a car driving service has been provided for residents in
Boxted/Hartest/Somerton for anyone in need of transport. Nearly 50
people have been
helped in this way, and the scheme is now being extended to include
residents in Hawkedon and Thurston End.
1. Anyone
can apply, providing they give at least 48 hours notice. There is no
cost for being driven. You can, if you wish, give a donation to the
driver. This
donation will be passed on and used to help those drivers who wish to
receive some help with their petrol costs.
2. the
service is primarily for medical needs such as appointments to
Hospital, GP, Dentist, Chemist, Optician etc, and social needs (to the
Village Institute
or visiting a friend, for example). Regular shopping trips are not
included except in an emergency.
3. There is a maximum distance for a single trip of 15 miles each way.
4. There is a bank of drivers who have kindly offered to help.
Procedure for arranging a driver and car
If you need help (or know someone who does), please ring
John Kendall on 01284 789326.
He will find you a driver and car and will let you know who the driver
is, and confirm with you the request (where to collect from, the time
and destination).
If
the ‘phone is on answer-machine please leave a message giving your name
and number. He will try to contact you within 24 hours. If you do not
get a return
call, please ring either Paul and Mo Woods on 01284 789477 or Val Seal on 01284 830450.
Please pass this on to anyone you know who might need help.
Also,
if you are willing to become part of the ‘driver bank’ please let John
Kendall know as soon as possible (by e-mail at jphkendall@gmail.com
or 01284 789326).
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