British Red Cross

I went for a cuppa and a chat to my local carers drop in and the leader had organised for us to have an informative talk from a lady from our local Red Cross Centre.
Well I for one just saw the Red Cross as helping in emergencies abroad,things that are highlighted in the news,but we were all pleasantly surprised to hear about the help for families in Cris's in the UK.
It is usually for a six week period,a volunteer can come into the home and help with a weekly shop ,or visit someone who may have lost their confidence after a hospital stay,or stay with a relative for a couple of hours to give respite for the carer.
There can only be a weekly visit,not every day, and not for regular personal care, these are still the responsibility of social services.
Below is a link to the Red Cross website if you would like more information.

                                                          http://www.redcross.org.uk