Each day we will be adding a new case study of the help and support provided by Helpout.im in the community. Check back again tomorrow to read how else we have helped those in need of assistance.
Vegetable curry has never tasted so good
L was one of our first callers to our new call centre. She was looking for some help with a regular shop. They had been surviving mainly on long life goods when we matched them with D a volunteer close by. L called us up today to say thank you. She wanted us to know…
With a little help from my friends
B was referred to Helpout.im by an Isle of Man Charity. B is 81 years young and is shielding from the virus and needs help with a regular shop and occasional errand. A lives in the same town and was very happy to help when we asked if he could assist B. A shops for…
Taking control of your home space can be really positive for your mindset
L managed to message us just as she was boarding a flight from Canada to return home a few days before the borders were closing in March. She explained that they were a family of five adults who were looking to buy a house and in the interim were going to rent a small house…
It’s the little things that matter
S was our first client. S was seeking help from someone who would be willing to deliver the daily paper as her husband insisted on going to the newsagents every day! We were able to connect her with C who has delivered their papers each day for the last five and a half weeks. S…
Testimonials
Here are just a few of the messages we have received from the people we help, our volunteers or from the general public.
Facebook review, 13 March 2020
Amazing page and the amount of care and kindness on this group is amazing! So many local people willing to help is what this world needs.
Facebook review, 14 March 2020
“This is the Isle Of Man at its best fantastic community spirit well done”
Facebook review, 15 March 2020
“With everything that’s going on, it is so very refreshing to see some members of our community pulling together to help others, massive well done”
Facebook review, 17 March 2020
“Isle of Man community spirit at its finest”
Family in Isolation – IM5, 20 March 2020
“You are doing an incredible thing. Thank you for all you and your team are doing – Priceless”
Family in quarantine – IM9, 23 March 2020
“Many many thanks for all your groups help x”
Isolator – IM9, 23 March 2020
“Thank you, too, for providing this wonderful service.”
Isolator – Ballabeg, 27 March 2020
“This act of kindness is so wonderful. I just wanted to let you know and I thank you again for the introduction to such a kind person. “
Isolator – IM3, 28 March 2020
“I am so very grateful to you both. We’ll do our best to manage, but it takes so much worry away to know that you’re there.”
Isolator – IM9, 28 March 2020
“This is really kind and much appreciated.”
Isolator – IM4, 2 April 2020
“Thank you so so much for giving an extra mile. Bless you all abundantly.”
Volunteer, 8 April 2020
“Thanks once again for all the time and effort put into this project, it is extremely thoughtful.”
Isolator – IM2, 9 April 2020
“Thankyou for allocating S to us, she is an absolute marvel and a lovely lady to boot.”
Isolator – IM3, 9 April 2020
“Thank-you very much for introducing me to J and we have sorted out the shopping list with her. Having met her briefly (and at a distance!) she is a delightful young lady and has set our minds at rest.”
Isolator – IM7, 10 April 2020
“Aww how sweet is this? My volunteer has just dropped off my shopping and left me a little easter card .”
Isolator – IM4, 16 April 2020
“You and your team are doing a wonderful job for those of us in the community who require assistance during these very trying times. My husband and I are extremely grateful to you all.”
Shielding IM9, 29 April 2020
“Your help is greatly appreciated”