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Portsmouth
Mr E needs help with online shopping (wk1)
Mr E has a spinal injury and his mobility can vary from day to day and some days he finds it difficult to make it to the shops. When he does he is limited in what he can carry home. Being able to do online shopping will enable Mr E to stock up on heavy goods such as tinned foods and will remove the stress he feels worrying about whether he will be well enough to get to the shops.
2 GoodGymers needed • Mr E of PO4 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-12:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-12:00 |
Bromley
Sorting out books, crockery and clothes for house clearance for Miss J (wk2)
Miss J would like to get the house ready for sale but due to their health condition, can't do it alone
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Miss J of BR2 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-11:00 13:00-15:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-11:00 13:00-15:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 18:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 18:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 14:00 16:00 18:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 13:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 13:00 15:00 |
Islington
Weeding and collecting leaves for Mr S (wk2)
Mr S will be able to easily navigate his way around the garden in his wheelchair
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mr S of EC1V is available:
| Fri 31st July | 18:00-19:00 |
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-12:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 12:00 18:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 12:00-13:00 18:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 12:00-13:00 18:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 12:00 14:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 12:00-13:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 12:00 |
Windsor and Maidenhead
Cutting down of thistles for Mrs R (wk2)
Provides Mrs R with an opportunity to use her garden. Currently, due to its overgrown state, she is confined to the home. Having the opportunity to use her garden (e.g to read a book), would be profoundly helpful for her.
2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs R of SL4 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Mon 3rd August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 10:00-11:00 |
Bristol
Moving 3 large objects for Mr R (wk2)
Safety for Mr R, so he can sleep downstairs and to have more space in living room to do so and walk around.
2-3 GoodGymers needed • Mr R of BS13 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-12:00 14:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00 13:00 15:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 16:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 15:00-17:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 12:00-13:00 15:00 17:00-18:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 12:00 14:00 |
Bristol
Mowing and cutting back grass and brambles for Mrs M (wk1)
Mrs M can enjoy her garden
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs M of BS6 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-13:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-12:00 14:00-16:00 |
| Mon 3rd August | 09:00-12:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 09:00-11:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 15:00 |
Bromley
Cutting back the garden for Mrs I (wk1)
Mrs I's quality of life will improve and she will not have to worry about the garden
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs I of BR6 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sat 15th August | 10:00-11:00 |
| Sun 16th August | 10:00-11:00 |
Wandsworth
Basic IT support for Mrs J (wk1)
Independance since her husband passed away
2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs J of SW15 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 10:00-12:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 10:00-12:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 09:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 09:00-10:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 09:00-10:00 |
| Fri 14th August | 09:00-10:00 |
| Sat 15th August | 09:00 11:00 |
| Sun 16th August | 09:00 11:00 |
Westminster
Pick up some milk for Mr R
By cash
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mr R of SW1V is available:
| Thu 30th July | 18:00 |
| Fri 31st July | 11:00-15:00 |
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-15:00 |
Camden
Move a trunk for Ms F (wk2)
Ms. F would benefit from having this heavy trunk moved down stairs
2 GoodGymers needed • Ms F of WC1N is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-13:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 16:00-19:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 16:00-19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 16:00 18:00-19:00 |
Richmond
Build a green house for Miss S (wk2)
Significant impact, has no one to help and can't afford to pay someone to do it
2-3 GoodGymers needed • Miss S of TW11 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 19:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 19:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 13:00 19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 12:00 14:00 17:00 19:00 |
Lewisham
Helping Mrs D reclaim a garden she loves (wk3)
Restoring the garden would bring Mrs D significant joy and peace of mind
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs D of SE4 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-12:00 14:00-16:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-12:00 14:00-16:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 17:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 18:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 13:00 18:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 18:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 12:00 14:00 16:00 |
York
Cutting the grass and weeding for Mrs L (wk3)
Mrs L and her daughter will be able to enjoy the garden together
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs L of YO19 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-12:00 14:00-16:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00 13:00-16:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 19:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 17:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 15:00 17:00 19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 13:00 16:00 19:00 |
Nottingham
Help with boxing up for Mr J (wk3)
This will help Mr J a lot as he feels like he needs a bit of motivation to get things done
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mr J of NG8 is available:
| Fri 31st July | 11:00 13:00-15:00 |
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-17:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-17:00 |
Bristol
Gardening and weeding for Mrs C (flexi, wk3)
She has taken pride in her garden before she had reduced mobility and strength. She experiences low mood and a tidier garden would significanly raise her mood.
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mrs C of BS15 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 13:00-14:00 16:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 12:00 14:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 12:00 14:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 12:00 14:00 16:00 |
Newham
Pulling weeds from between patio slabs for Ms H (wk3)
Better quiet enjoyment of her space
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Ms H of E13 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-15:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-15:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 18:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 16:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 17:00-18:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 18:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 13:00 15:00 17:00 |
Lewisham
Pruning of a shrub and a creeping ivy for Miss S (wk1)
For years, this lady took great pride in caring for her garden, but at 70 she is no longer able to manage it alone due to a recent arm injury and knee problems.. Living with anxiety and depression, she feels increasingly distressed and overwhelmed watching the garden she once loved fall into disrepair. What may be a few hours of gardening for volunteers could have a huge impact on her wellbeing, restoring not just her outdoor space, but her sense of pride and peace of mind. If you can spare some time, please help make a real difference to her life.
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Miss S of SE8 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Mon 3rd August | 19:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 19:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 19:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 19:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 16:00-18:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 17:00-18:00 |
Lambeth
Fence painting for Miss D (wk3)
Miss D spends most of her time at home as she is living with a long term health condition. She is no longer able to paint or decorate and has a fence that needs painting. She said it sould take 60 mins for one person.
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Miss D of SE27 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-14:00 16:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 16:00 |
| Tue 4th August | 16:00 19:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 16:00 19:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 16:00 19:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 15:00 |
Southwark
Removal of household items for Mr A (wk3)
This will significantly improve Mr A's mental wellbeing by creating a calmer and more organised environment
1-2 GoodGymers needed • Mr A of SE5 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-15:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-15:00 |
| Wed 5th August | 12:00-13:00 19:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 13:00 16:00 19:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 13:00 19:00 |
Newham
Set up front door camera for Ms L (wk3)
Ms L will be able to feel a sense of relief once the camera has been installed.
2 GoodGymers needed • Ms L of E13 is available:
| Sat 1st August | 11:00-16:00 |
| Sun 2nd August | 11:00-14:00 |
| Thu 6th August | 16:00 |
| Fri 7th August | 14:00 |
| Sat 8th August | 12:00-13:00 15:00 |
| Sun 9th August | 11:00-12:00 14:00 |
10:30 - 11:00
Lewisham
Litter picking, anywhere / anytime
Make our borough look tidy!
11:00 - 12:30
Greenwich
Helping at Maryon Park Community Garden!
Maintaining this lovely garden for local residents to enjoy
11:00 - 12:30
Greenwich
Maintenance at Westcombe Woodlands
Improve the biodiversity and accessability of a local wood
11:00 - 12:30
York
Tidying up the Escrick station picnic site
Improve a green space for people to enjoy
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