Beneficiaries' stories - Case studies 19 - 24
Help with an EPV
Jim Simnett (pictured above) is 69 and lives in Winshill, near
Burton on Trent, having worked for a number of years at
Drakelow Power Station.
He approached EEIBA about two years ago to see whether we could help him with the cost of a new gas cooker. EEIBA's local Regional Welfare Officer paid him a visit to get the necessary details and we were able to help him buy his new cooker.
Since then, Jim's health has worsened causing great difficulty walking very far, so he contacted EEIBA to ask if we would help with the purchase of an electric powered vehicle.
EEIBA contacted another charity, which kindly assisted with some financial help. Jim was able to buy the EPV, which has made life a lot easier.
He is now able to get out and about to visit the shops and to call on his three daughters and nine grandchildren!
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.
