Beneficiaries' stories - Case studies 7 - 12
On her bike
When one reaches their seventies, usually the fitness enjoyed in younger years is not as great as it was. June Farrow, who is 76 years of age, is one example.
Being unable to drive for many years she relied on her husband - who worked for Eastern Electricity, to take her to the nearest shop which is 2 miles away.
Sadly he died last year, so recently she has had to accept the kindness of friends to take her to the shops, or ride her pushbike. In the depths of a Norfolk winter that is no fun, even for those a lot younger.
So June approached the EEIBA for help in purchasing an electric bike. The funds were quickly provided and now she is able to go to the shops, visit her friends, and enjoy the Norfolk countryside.
She has told Positive News that she has no plans for next year's Tour De France - they do not allow electric bikes!
This year the charity is requesting your help by supporting the 2008 Christmas Card Appeal.
North West Branch Committee Christmas Lunch
Speakers this year are Mr Johnnie Casson, comedian and Pat Crerrand ex Celtic and Manchester United.
Eaton is celebrating 100 years of its MEM brand by setting up and running a 'Centenary Fund'.
This is a matched funding scheme to support its customers in raising money for a good cause in 2008 and 2009.
Yorkshire Ridings Power Ball. A fun filled and lavish reception was recently held at the Majestic Hotel in Harrogate.
Jim Speirs - EEIBA President and chief executive NICEIC Group.
"The EEIBA is a charity which covers anyone who is facing hardship, from the shop floor, to the board room, in the electrical and electronics industry."
At the Annual General
Meeting held on 2 July, President, Jim Speirs, reported on an improved performance for EEIBA - Read more in this issue of EEIBA's magazine.
