Nevill Good Neighbours are in regular touch with a number of Nevill residents who live alone, often by weekly phone call, sometimes more frequently if they have concerns. Usually they have a pleasant chat, but last month they were involved in two potentially lifesaving incidents. Within the space of two weeks, after calls to two neighbours went unanswered, they visited to check on them and found the neighbours in need of urgent medical care. They called 999 and waited while the ambulance arrived. Both were admitted to hospital and are now safe. Thankfully these are rare occurrences.
It is a reminder to all of us to look out for our neighbours, especially if they live alone. Please do check on them by ringing or popping round, especially if you haven’t seen them recently. It does no harm if all is well, and could be a life saver in other circumstances. And, if you live alone, it may be worth thinking about how you would get help after a fall or medical emergency.
Nevill Good Neighbours can be contacted on 07548069063. Their website is: https://www.nevillgoodneighbours.org.