First batch of #KindleKindness devices to be delivered to PRH to ease loneliness
The next stage of the #Kindlekindness campaign to help ease loneliness is underway. Donations have flooded in for the first 20 devices to be delivered to the Women’s and Children’s Centre at The Princess Royal Hospital today.
Councillors Paul Watling and Raj Mehta delivered the devices to staff at the hospital today (Thursday 30 April).
Residents of Telford and Wrekin have been donating to raise funds to deliver a number of Kindles or similar devices, which will have free library access, to help ease isolation and loneliness for those in care homes across the borough and women and children who are in hospital.
Through our #KindleKindness campaign, we are asking residents and businesses to come together and rally to raise £25,000 to buy enough Kindles, or similar devices.
You can donate to the fund now by visiting www.gofundme.com/kindlekindness to help us make these difficult times a little bit easier.
With so many of our residents unable to see loved ones or have visitors, it is vital that they can access the latest news, read books, play games and keep in touch with family and friends.
Councillor Paul Watling, Cabinet Member for Cooperative Communities, Engagement and Partnerships, said: “The #KindleKindness campaign has seen a fantastic start where we were able to deliver the first 20 devices to women and children at The Princess Royal Hospital.
“These devices will help patients who are struggling with loneliness and isolation to connect with their family and friends.
“If we can raise £25,000 to buy these devices it would be an incredible achievement and help bring us even closer together as a borough.
“If you can donate visit www.gofundme.com/kindlekindness.”
