Like a lot of charities we rely on the generosity of donors to continue providing vital support to vulnerable elderly people in our community. 

As we emerge from the pandemic, many older people report that their greaest challenge is the sense of isolation and loneliness. For many, the loss of social engagement, losing friends, anxiety, depression and delayed medical treatment has resulted in a dramatic decline in health and wellbeing.

Over the past 12 months, In partnership with HSE frontline clinicians Making Connections has mobilized over 100 volunteers to provide a range of supports to over 200 older people in Dublin South including: 

• Regular visits for social interaction at home/ café/ place of interest (befriending)
• Buddy support to attend community activities (club/ venue / event, etc)
• Walking companion to assist mobility and confidence
• Assistance to use digital devices/ access relevant information
• Thousands of meals delviered along with doorstep chats
• Assistance to link with other services (e.g Care & Repair, Mens Sheds, counselling, etc)
• Walk and Talk pilot project
• Winter Support Plan

As we plan for the New Year we are working to secure sufficient resources, not only to maintain the quality of existing services, but to expand our services to those on our waiting list. I am writing to request your support. We invite you to join our Regular Giving program with monthly donation to support our work. If it's not suitable at this time, a single donation of any amount would be gratefully received at this time. 

With best wishes on behalf of our Board of Directors, our generous team of volunteers and above all, from the older people we serve. 

Thank You