North East Sensory Services charity benefits from funding
A charity has received funding to assist people with sight and hearing loss.
North East Sensory Services (NESS) provides integrated sensory services across Aberdeenshire.
It has received £3000 from GoFibre, as the independent broadband provider marks one year since the launch of its GoFurther Fund.
The charity has received a slice of the £50,000 fund which was launched last summer to support vital projects and groups in their efforts to transform local lives within the regions where GoFibre continues to build its network.
The funding boost will enhance peer support and social groups for more than 6250 individuals with sight or hearing loss in the region by fostering social and cultural activities and promoting positive peer interactions.
Specifically, the funds will cover volunteer training and related expenses enabling NESS to offer activities that support and engage those with sensory impairments.
Fundraising manager at NESS Caroline Rutherford said: “Our aim is to help reduce isolation and strengthen community bonds with this additional funding enabling us to provide support to more locals.
“We are thrilled to have received this vital funding, which will cover the costs of volunteer training and expenses.”
Chief executive officer at GoFibre Neil Conaghan said: “Projects like NESS are an incredible example of the difference this kind of grassroots support can have in creating a better future for the next generation, and why it’s important for us to recognise and boost the incredible work of charities and organisations across Scotland.
“There has been a clear response from communities that there is a continued need for the work of organisations like NESS.
“We are incredibly proud to be able to support them in their mission to transform local lives.”
GoFibre is currently expanding its network across towns and villages in Aberdeenshire.
Visit gofibre.co.uk/gofurtherfund for more information on the GoFurther Fund.
