The Country Women’s Association’s Woy Woy branch has celebrated one of their members, Gail, for her dedication to the community.
Gail joined the local branch at the beginning of 2019 after her group home in Woy Woy applied for NDIS funding so that she could join and attend with her nurse, Marina.
Branch president, Jane Bowtell, said Gail is “such an integral part of the branch.
“From the very first day Gail came through the doors, she was welcomed with open arms and we have never looked back,” Bowtell said.
“Shy at first and a little overwhelmed by the amount of people and the constant chatter of craft and chat days, it did not take her long to warm to the branch and form friendships and bonds with other members.
“Gail helps choose colours of the yarn her nurse knits into beanies for the birthing kits in NSW Ambulance.
“When she attends monthly meetings, she listens carefully and will often speak out or call for quiet when the President dings the bell. The noise immediately ceases thanks to Gail.
“She has baked for the cookery comp and her most recent achievement was to place third in branch for her sweet mustard pickles. She beamed with happiness.
“Members have happily attended her home to celebrate Christmas with her. Her family and staff at her care home always tell us that Gail has gained so much by joining the CWA and being part of the community.
“Really, we think we are the lucky ones as she has brought a joyful innocence and her beautiful smile warms our hearts.”
Source:
Media release, Feb 27
CWA Woy Woy