A ‘GOOD Neighbour’ scheme has been mooted in Cuddington and Sandiway.

For the last year the Cuddington Parish Council Village Plan Implementation Group has been exploring what support already exists for isolated individuals and parent groups in the village.

Currently there a number of organisations and individuals already providing much needed support in our community.

They include national charities such as the Red Cross, Age Concern and The Royal British Legion, and also local charities and groups such as St Luke’s Hospice and The Carers Trust.

The churches in the area also provide a very diverse range of support groups, meeting places and visits for individuals.

Sandiway Library also organises several weekly events aimed at providing social opportunities for people with a range of interests.

A Cuddington Parish Council spokesman said: “Alongside all of this we are aware of the many individuals who befriend neighbours and give up either a few minutes every day or some time each week to provide help, either practically or socially to others.

“We are very fortunate in our locality to have many caring people who want to support others.

“Many communities in Cheshire or nationally are now developing schemes that bring together volunteers and identify residents who may need support.

“These schemes are referred to as ‘Good Neighbours’ or ‘Befriending’ or ‘Compassionate Communities’.

“A common goal is to encourage overall neighbourliness, and regular giving of very small amounts of time by the majority of people in communities to expand upon and reduce reliance upon the dedicated efforts of a few. “

Two meetings have been arranged to allow residents to discuss a Befriending/Good Neighbour Scheme in the village.

The first meeting will take place at Cuddington and Sandiway church hall on October 16, from 1.30pm.

The second will take place at Cuddington and Sandiway village hall on October 25, from 7.30pm.

If you intend to come can you let the council know by contacting Trish Nancollis on 07723 072549. Alternatively email nancollis@aol.com