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I love how thought-provoking the title is. It is both captivating and layered with meaning. On one hand, it flips the narrative of the🧔♂️🧔♂️🧔♂️ Three Wise Men, immediately evoking ideas of wisdom, compassion, and practical support. On the other, it feels deeply empowering, highlighting and celebrating the essential contributions women make to society in ways that are often overlooked. It manages to be both clever and deeply resonant, offering a fresh lens through which to view both ancient stories and modern values.#Genderequality

Imagine if three wise women arrived—not with gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but with life-changing gifts for families in need. 🍞 Nutritious Food: A pathway out of hunger with tools and training to grow a thriving harvest. 🏠 Shelter & Hygiene Items: Warmth, safety, and essentials to restore dignity and hope. 💧 Access to clean water: ensuring her children’s health and safety. With CARE, your holiday gift can be the start of a powerful story—one that brings hope, resilience, and opportunity to families around the world. This #HolidayGiving season, help us rewrite the story of families in need at care.org/HolidayGiving

🎄Top 10 Christmas Activities for Elderly in Care Homes 🎄 I've been dropping into care homes this December and it's lovely to see so many festive activities and good cheer. 🤗 Christmas in care homes is an opportunity to reduce loneliness and create a sense of belonging. Let's delve into ten wonderful Christmas activities that bring joy, connection, and cherished memories for our elderly residents. 1️⃣ Decorating the Care Home Together: Transform the space into a festive wonderland. Helping to decorate Christmas trees, hang wreaths, and add festive touches is a chance to express creativity and foster teamwork. 2️⃣ Christmas Crafting Workshops: Creating handmade cards, decorations, or small gifts encourages creativity and keeps hands busy, providing an opportunity to make unique, heartfelt creations. 3️⃣ Festive Baking and Cooking: The smell of freshly baked treats like mince pies or gingerbread evokes warm memories. Baking sessions are both sensory and nostalgic. 4️⃣ Christmas Carols and Sing-Alongs: Music connects us to the past and lifts spirits. Singing classic carols brings back fond memories, especially for residents with dementia. 5️⃣ Movie and Hot Chocolate Nights: Watching classics like *It's a Wonderful Life* while enjoying hot chocolate and festive snacks makes for cozy, relaxing evenings. 6️⃣ Secret Santa or Gift Exchange: Embrace the giving spirit with a small gift exchange. It's a fun way to foster excitement and connection among residents. 7️⃣ Storytelling and Sharing Christmas Memories: Sharing stories about past Christmases can be deeply meaningful, creating a bonding opportunity through reminiscing. 8️⃣ Visits from Local Choirs or School Groups: Performances from school choirs bring joy and meaningful interactions with younger generations. 9️⃣ Festive Games and Quizzes: Christmas-themed bingo or trivia helps keep minds active and spirits high, tailored to suit abilities and interests. 🔟 Creating a Christmas Giving Campaign: Engaging in charitable projects like making decorations for hospitals gives residents a sense of purpose and community connection. What are some of your favourite Christmas activities in care homes? Share your thoughts in the comments below or contact me at lbuchan@hrcrecruitment.co.uk. 🎅✨ #ChristmasCare #ElderlyCare #HolidayActivities

📢 Give the Gift of 8 Minutes This Holiday Season 🎁 The festive season is upon us—a time for joy, celebration, and spending time with loved ones. But for many in the Emergency Services, Christmas and New Year often mean long shifts, high stress, and time away from their families. 🚨 If you know someone working in the Emergency Services—whether they’re a paramedic, firefighter, police officer, or healthcare worker—they may be feeling overworked and overwhelmed this holiday season. Why not give them a small yet meaningful gift: 8 minutes of your time? 💬 Call them to check in. ☕ Drop by with a coffee. 📦 Offer a meal or a care package. 🤝 Just listen—sometimes, that’s all they need. Eight minutes can be enough to show them they’re not alone, that their sacrifices are appreciated, and that they have someone in their corner. This season, let’s spread kindness and gratitude to those who give so much to keep us safe. Tag someone who might need this reminder or share this message to inspire others to do the same. Together, we can make a difference, one small act at a time. 💙 #EmergencyServices #Support #KindnessMatters #Christmas2024 PTSD999 Care Of Police Survivors (COPS) Police Care UK Mind Save A Warrior UK CIC Trojan Wellbeing

Our hospice heroes pour their hearts into providing exceptional care each and every day. They're the compassionate student nurses who offer reassuring embraces, the attentive catering team, and the friendly charity workers who spread warmth with their smiles.  These incredible individuals guide patients and families through life's most sacred journeys with unwavering empathy, kindness, and grace. Yet, they often do so while their own remarkable acts of service go unnoticed. Today, I invite you to change that; take a moment to share your heartfelt gratitude and kind words for the hospice heroes who have touched your life in the comments below. Did a frailty nurse’s gentle presence provide immense comfort during difficult times? Let them know their care made a profound impact. Was there someone whose empathy and wisdom became a beacon of hope? Express how their guidance will never be forgotten.   Or maybe a gardener’s warm hospitality and companionship made you feel truly seen and supported? They deserve to know their kindness grew into light. No matter the role, let's celebrate the individuals who walk among us as angels. Share your appreciation, say thank you, and let our hospice heroes know just how much they mean, drop your kind words for our hospice heroes in the comments now. If there is a special someone who made your experience even better, head to my website and share your kind words, and help them win a keepsake bear made from their uniform. Share this post and add it to your stories. Be sure to tag me in the post or story and I'll enter you into for a chance to W.I.N a £20 voucher to use on the website. @garden_house_hospice_care #NominateAHospiceHero #CompassionateCaregiver #EndOfLifeCare #CaregiverAppreciation #ThankAHero #SharingGratitude #HonoringCourage #ComfortAndDignity #SupportingFamilies #LivingEachMoment #LegacyOfLove #GuidingLight #SanctuaryOfPeace #HeartOfAHero #UnspokenStrength #KindnessMatters #GivingBack #HeroesAmongUs #InspirationalStories #LivingWithCompassion #GratefulHearts #NominateToInspire #CelebratingHeroes #CompassionInAction #TracysTreasuredKeepsakes #EmbracingLife #FacesOfCourage #MakingADifference

Wanted – In-Kind Life-Savers. If you’ve ever wanted to help out one of Australia’s most important organisations without spending a dollar, here’s your chance. As the In-Kind Gifts Relationship Officer for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, I have one of the best jobs around. It’s my job (and I just love it) to source the kind of standout experiences that draw attention and make our events and fundraisers the most amazing they can be. We have a major milestone coming up – our 50th anniversary. That’s 50 years of saving lives across Northern NSW. How can you help support an iconic organisation? Partnering with us is easier than you think. You don’t have to give money – sometimes the most valuable gift you have is your time and speciality as an individual, business or organisation. In-kind support means something different to everyone. Perhaps it’s a day behind the scenes at your workplace, a collectors item or a double ticket to the hottest event in town. Everyone's business has something unique and interesting to other people, and every offer is valuable to us. Importantly, each offer means our service will be there for those who need it. Reach out anytime and start the conversation via DM or Melinda.murray@rescuehelicopter.com.au https://lnkd.in/gQud-x_a

Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC) has experienced an unprecedented surge in call-outs during the first half of 2024, responding to 1,159 incidents. This marks a 21% increase compared to the same period last year and positions GWAAC for a record-breaking year, potentially handling 400 additional call-outs over 2023. On average, this translates to one more person every day requiring the specialized skills of GWAAC’s Critical Care Team. GWAAC’s lifesaving services have become essential for many across Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath, and surrounding areas. One notable case involved Simon, who, after a severe road traffic collision, credited GWAAC’s expert crew with giving him a chance of survival. "We could all find ourselves in this situation and we need the reassurance that the GWAAC Team will be there," said Simon. However, the rising demand has also led to increasing operational costs for the Almondsbury-based service, with the average mission now costing around £2,200, a 10% rise. Tim Ross-Smith, GWAAC’s operations officer, emphasized the need for public support, stating, “We can’t plan for who that is, where they may be, or when the call comes in, but we do everything we can to be prepared. We’re asking the public to consider giving us a regular donation so that we can continue to be prepared well into the future. You can help us be there for anyone, anywhere, anytime.” One in five of the calls GWAAC responded to involved a baby, child, or teenager, with a notable 52% increase in call-outs to young people compared to the same period in 2023. The number of incidents involving babies nearly doubled, from 26 to 50. There was also a significant rise in responses to collapses and stabbing-related incidents. Call-outs for collapses increased by 85% (from 41 to 76), while stabbing-related incidents rose by 75% (from 47 to 82). In the first six months of 2024, GWAAC’s crew used their critical care cars more frequently, with a 7% increase in car-based responses compared to the same period last year, traveling to more than three-quarters of patients by car rather than helicopter. Read the story on our blog. #AvfoilNews #GWAAC #AirAmbulance #CriticalCare #EmergencyServices #Healthcare #CommunitySupport #Donate #LifeSaving #Nonprofit #HelicopterAmbulance #Aviation #GWAACStatistics

The festive season is well and truly underway, and while it's definitely a time for fun, navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming. 💁 Here are some tips on how to manage it with ease: 📅 Stay Organised: Keep all your NDIS documents in one place. Use a planner or digital app to track appointments and important dates. 📝 Plan Ahead: Anticipate any changes in your schedule during the holidays. Make sure your support needs are covered in advance. 📞 Communicate Clearly: Keep open lines of communication with your support worker and coordinator. Discuss any holiday plans that might affect your routine. 💻 Utilise Resources: Take advantage of online resources and tools provided by NDIS, (at www.ndis.gov.au), to help you understand your plan better. 🤝 Reach Out for Help: If you have questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch with your support worker or coordinator. Enjoy a confident and stress-free holiday season with the right support in place! 🎉 With careful planning, you can focus on what truly matters... spending quality time with loved ones and making joyful memories. We hope these tips help you navigate the NDIS with ease, so you can embrace the festive spirit fully. 🌟 #NDISGuide #HolidaySupport #PRCSA #CommunityCare #PinkRibbonCommunitySupportsAustralia #NDIS #CommunityServices #Queensland #SunshineCoast 

I’ll never forget the Thanksgiving give-back event I participated in last year. We handed out hygiene kits, food, and clothes to individuals experiencing homelessness. Watching someone step out of a mobile shower, refreshed and smiling, was a moment that will stick with me forever. This is why the holidays mean so much to me. Family, festivities, and closing out the year with gratitude. But here’s the hard truth: 👉 Families working nonstop just to keep the lights on. 👉 Parents choosing food and shelter over presents for their children. 👉 Countless people with no family—or even basic necessities—to turn to. At Clean the World Global, we’re making sure moments of hope happen every day. 🧼 The WASH Foundation has distributed over 87 million bars of soap to people in need. 🧼 Together with hotels, Clean the World has recycled over 18.6 million pounds of soap. 🧼 Organizations of all sizes have rallied their employees to build over 6 million hygiene kits through CTW Events. While many of us are gathering around holiday tables and cozying up with loved ones, let’s remember this: The holidays aren’t just about what we have—they’re about how we share it. What’s one way you’re giving back this season? #Gratitude #GivingBack #CleanTheWorld #HolidaySeason #ESG #Sustainability

To the Heroes Working Through the Holidays While many gather around the table or the tree this holiday season, there are those who don’t get the day off—our first responders. Whether patrolling streets, responding to emergencies, or standing ready to serve, the work doesn’t stop just because it’s a holiday. I’ve been in your shoes. I’ve spent holidays in uniform, away from family, responding to calls that often carry a heavier emotional weight during this time of year. Some of the most challenging medical emergencies I ever faced happened on Christmas—tragedies that changed families forever. For many, the holidays are filled with joy, but for first responders, they can also bring heart-wrenching moments. From devastating accidents to sudden losses, we are often the ones called to bring calm to chaos, even on the most sacred of days. To all first responders out there: 💙 Thank you for your unwavering dedication, even in the face of unimaginable challenges. 💙 Take moments to connect with your family and loved ones whenever you can. 💙 Remember, it’s okay to seek support—your well-being matters just as much as those you serve. For those supporting first responders, please show them kindness and gratitude. A simple “thank you” goes a long way in reminding them that their sacrifices are appreciated. To my fellow first responders, stay safe and strong. You are making a difference, even on the hardest days. #FirstResponderLife #HolidaySacrifice #Gratitude #TraumaSupport #LifeCoaching