THE tireless work of a Denbighshire care facility has been recognised with a major accolade.
Gofal Dydd y Waen Day Care has been presented by outgoing High Sheriff of Clwyd Steven Thomas with the 2022 High Sheriff award for voluntary service.
This award comes as a thank-you for the tireless work carried out in supporting people of all ages living with serious illness and disability.
Since 2011, when the twice-weekly Gofal Dydd y Waen Day Care, in the Waen, near St Asaph opened, they have cared for over 250 individuals living with illness such as cancer, stroke, MS, MND, dementia and breathing problems.
The day care is bilingual and all are welcome, but Welsh is main language spoken.
The care is free of charge and door-to-door transport is provided.
Priority is given to those living with their family to provide respite, those who are younger and those living in rural / remote areas.
Volunteers also provide home respite to anyone living with their family who has a serious illness.
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The High Sheriff Steve Thomas commended the group also on their huge efforts to support those in their local community during the Covid pandemic.
Bryn, whose wife Val attends the day care, said: “We would be lost without Gofal Dydd y Waen Day Care and life has changed for the better since Val start attending.
"The care is so special with a wonderful atmosphere and it is truly a safe haven.”
Anybody looking for further details can e-mail helpugilydd@gmail.com
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