With my ears still ringing from last Thursday, when my small but apparently mighty street bashed pots and pans, clapped hands, set off fireworks, and shouted in support of our NHS…I was once again reminded of the heroic job not just our crew are doing, but the jobs we’re all doing in this, our community. From the Longwell Green Aldi employee I witnessed militarily briefing every one of the store’s hundreds of shoppers on what they need to do, to our always cheerful postie down in Bedminster (we miss you Trevor!); you might not think it but that nod, that smile, that ‘hello’, from a socially acceptable distance, can make all the difference to people who are struggling during this period.  

Here in the community team, we’re spending some time calling people just to check in and share what our crew are up to. If you’re reading this and would like to chew the fat with Vicky, Ian or me please do email info@gwaac.com  or use the website contact forms; we’d be delighted to arrange a time to talk. 

But if you want to share some little or large stories of kindness that you or your family have witnessed, of people ‘doing their bit’ to improve our community, then we’d LOVE to hear about it. Please, please share and comment, as you never know what these little boosts can do for someone who needs that pick-me-up.