Claire says, “Going to the group 3 times a week makes a hugely positive impact on Dad. It keeps him mentally and physically active, stimulated, happy, confident and helps him retain some independence. If he couldn’t go as often or at all, it would be a devastating blow to him and to me as his carer. The friendship. activities, support, stimulation and music therapy provided are invaluable.”

 

 

“Wivey Link is quite simply a life saver for me. Their reliability and flexibility mean I don’t have to worry about getting Dad to and from RL 3 times a week. I also know I can book them in advance for transport to hospital appointments and other local trips, subject to availability.

 

As a non-driver, I couldn’t afford the cost of a private taxi and using the bus is simply impractical. Knowing Dad can get to RL 3 times a week means I can makes plans in advance to meet friends and take care of my own appointments on the days Dad is out.

 

 

“With his current carer arrangements, Dad couldn’t go to RL at all. His carer can only take him to RL, but not bring him home. Losing Wivey Link would be devastating and have a detrimental effect on Dad and me, simply because he could no longer attend RL.

 

“The service provided by the volunteers of Wivey Link is often better than I have experienced from paid employees at other companies! They are professional, caring, accommodating, friendly and take great care of the service users.

 

“Dad always feels safe and relaxed, as do I knowing he is in their care. They are always communicating with the staff at RL to make sure everything runs smoothly.

 

“I cannot say enough positive, appreciative things about the Wivey Link staff and service. Dad and I would genuinely be lost without them and our quality of life would be negatively affected without them.”