As reported earlier this week in the Dispatch, Armley Helping Hands is having to celebrate it’s 25th year of service to the older adult population of West Leeds with a hands off approach, writes Lou Cunningham.
Today, husband and wife team, Secretary and Chair of the Board of Trustees, Hazel and David Boutle visited the centre to make a speech and cut the celebration cake.
Staff presented CEO Dawn Newsome with a bouquet of flowers from the team, MP Rachel Reeves and the Armley ward councillors.
Throughout the day messages, videos and photographs will be shared via the Facebook page, including this tribute written especially for the occasion.
There will also be a few surprises along the way with a few familiar faces, past and present, sharing the joy. You’ve got to hand to them, even in lockdown the team are still delivering.
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