Help my Neighbour
"Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ... If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it"
1 Corinthians 12: 12 & 26
Sometimes what would really bless our older neighbours is practical help with some of the things they find challenging.
From lifts, to odd jobs, collecting prescriptions, or help with digital issues, one less thing to worry about surely gladdens the heart!
We share a few resources you may find helpful to know about.
Ideas & Resources
Share DailyHOPE
Our free phone line of hymns, reflections and prayers remains a lifeline for older people who are offline and can't come to church this winter. If your older neighbour doesn't already have the number (0800 804 8044) on redial, you could set this up for them, with their permission.
Alternatively, you could print out a flyer to share with them.
Tech Support!
Digital exclusion can really add to feelings of isolation and loneliness, and it can be very stressful when so many things require online capabilities.
Helping your older neighbour to use their computer, smartphone, or to access internet training at the local library can be such a blessing.
Linking Lives
For those who are unable to support their older neighbours personally this winter, befriending services provide a lifeline to people who have lost connections with others.
Linking Lives can help churches set up befriending schemes and training that reach beyond the church and into the community.
Christmas Resources from Torch Trust
If your older neighbour lives with sight loss, you'll find some helpful Christmas resources in braille and large print in their online shop.
Torch also offer information and help for those supporting someone with sight loss.