Older volunteers to get a big thank you
25 May 2007, 7:53pm
Presenting Johnny Chilton, the 2006 winner, with a special certificate at the House of Commons Presenting Johnny Chilton, the 2006 winner, with a special certificate at the House of Commons
Emily to host thank you tea for volunteers
Some of Islington's most dedicated volunteers will get a big thank you for their hard work at a special tea party hosted by Emily Thornberry MP. The event is a chance for Emily to give thanks and recognition to older people who help the community by volunteering. It will be held at 4.30pm on Saturday 2nd June at the Claremont Project on White Lion Street near Angel, N1.
The older volunteers invited were all nominated by schools and charities from across the constituency for Emily's Older Hero of the Year award. The Older Hero's award is given annually by Emily Thornberry to an older hero who has helped the local community. Emily was so impressed by the response to her request for nominations that she decided hold a tea party for all the older volunteers nominated.
Emily, who will be announcing the winner of award at the tea party, is now in the process of deciding who will win. It's proving a difficult decision because there are so many deserving nominees. Emily said
"I've been overwhelmed by the response which has thrown up case after case of tireless community service. I have invited each one to the tea party because they all deserve a big thank you for their hard work."
The overall winner will be invited to a tea party on the House of Commons terrace to mingle with MPs and fellow heroes from across the country. The Hero will also be presented with a special certificate to recognise their contribution to the community.
The winner will take over the title from Johnny Chilton, who won the award last year. Johnny was a regular volunteer at the Age Concern Drovers Centre on North Road, N7, which provides a range of activities for people over 60. Johnny won the award for his help at the Drovers Centre making tea, washing up, moving furniture, running errands, doing escorting and visiting members when in hospital. Those who use the centre were thrilled that Johnny won.
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