A Cambuslang housing co-operative has helped out during the coronavirus pandemic by delivering more than 1000 food parcels to those most in need.
West Whitlawburn Housing Co- Op passed a significant milestone last month when it exceeded 1500 food parcels, providing hot meals to vulnerable tenants, members and their families.
Paul Farrell, director of WWHC, told the Reformer : “It was clear from the outset of the pandemic that we would need to mount a massive response to meet the needs of our vulnerable tenants and members who would be isolating and shielding.
“Our housing staff working in conjunction with our community development team in Whitlawburn community resource centre, have responded magnificently.”
Centre manager Stuart Borland added:”It is a great team effort. Our staff, Claire and Myra, along with Michelle from the cafe and the UTD sports guys are working tirelessly to deliver vital supplies to the needy at this time of crisis. The appreciation from tenant/members has been wonderful.
“We have received many compliments. One tenant even said we must be mind readers as the food parcel she received from us almost mirrored her normal weekly grocery list.”
The housing co-op is continuing to provide essential and emergency services and is available for tenants or members to contact staff 24 hours per day.
