Leanne shares her Universal Credit journey with Angela Clark “I would advise anyone who is applying for Universal Credit to get a welfare rights advisor, it is a gruelling process even with that support.” Peer support worker Leanne is used to helping others deal with life … [Read more...] about CLAIM WHAT’S YOURS – CLYDESIDER CAMPAIGN
Issue 20
Waste Opportunities
By Angela Clark Recycling has become a big part of everyday life. We are more aware of the harm discarded rubbish causes to the environment, our well-being and wildlife. People are always looking for ways to help the battle against pollution. Sometimes it takes just one … [Read more...] about Waste Opportunities
Community in Control
by Angela Clark & Photo by Harvey Smart It is time for change and that's what's happening in Alexandria as residents and traders set up their first Community Council in 25 years to make sure their voices are heard when it comes to making choices about their town. Kevin … [Read more...] about Community in Control
Raising OI Awareness
by Steven Hastings “I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), also known as Brittle Bones. I have received support over the years from the Brittle Bone Society who recently launched their OICAN May Campaign to make May official ‘OI Awareness Month.’ The Brittle Bone Society is … [Read more...] about Raising OI Awareness
Wild About Swimming
Words and Photo by Jim Duncan It’s May and early morning sees a hardy bunch of souls gathering to get ready to go open water swimming aka ‘wild swimming’ or ‘cold water therapy’ (we used to just call it swimming), at Duck Bay in our National Park. Swimming is a great form of … [Read more...] about Wild About Swimming