Two women from Sale West have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to their community during lockdown.
Beverley Jones and Lynne Stewart have been honoured by the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester, Eamonn O’Neal, for going above and beyond to support people in Sale West during the coronavirus pandemic.
Both received certificates praising their “outstanding activity and contribution to the community”.
Based at the Sale West community centre, one of five community hubs in Trafford providing support for residents, they have been volunteering since mid-March, when lockdown began.
They worked to ensure residents at the support hub set up by Our Sale Wst and Irwell Valley Homes had everything they needed during lockdown, when all but essential shops were shut.
No stranger to serving her local community, Beverley is usually found at the heart of the estate at the Sunshine Community Café, run by Irwell Valley Homes, which will start a £50m regeneration of the estate.
When the café closed in lockdown, Beverley began volunteering at the hub with Lynne who works for Our Sale West.
Sasha Deepwell, chief executive of Irwell Valley homes, said: “It’s fantastic to see the efforts of Beverley and Lynne recognised by the High Sheriff.
"Their selfless work and dedication is truly inspiring."
Clare Standish, Sale community hub response coordinator, said: “The Sale community response hub has only been successful because staff and volunteers have selflessly given up their time for others.
"Lynne and Beverley are a good example of this, going beyond their usual job role and volunteering their extra time."
Lynne was nominated by the Mayor of Trafford, Councillor Rob Chilton and Beverley was nominated by Deputy Lieutenant, Susan Craig, from the Greater Manchester Lieutenancy.
Both will attend a celebration event with the High Sheriff once the restrictions are lifted.
