Brian’s Good News 25 October 2019

Owls make great therapy pets.  Pensioners at Grandholm Care Home were given a real treat when owls owned by Rob's Buddies Creatures came to visit them.  Residents were even bold by stroking the owls.  The care home had been praised for its commitment to continuing improving the quality of life for residents living in the home by the Care Inspectorate.

6 Aberdeen Residents have been awarded The British Empire Medal for services to the community.  These have ranged from work with The Red Cross over 20 years,  fund raising activities supporting Aberdeen University's Development Trust in undertaking dementia research.  Over £300,000 has been raised.  Medals were awarded for services to theatre and arts in the NE and for work at Balnagask  Community Centre for helping elderly people socialise.

A foodbank for dogs which was set up to help pet owners financial hardship to be able to keep their pets has been hailed a success.  The foodbank was set up by Seaton Taking Action for Regeneration and Mrs Murray's Home for Dogs and cats. 

Luca who has cerebral palsy was able to return to school following life changing surgery in St Louis in America.  The operation a selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR).  The operation was to relieve pain and help build muscles.  After much hard work with physiotherapy and encouragement from his family,, Luca was given a warm welcome back to Portlethen Primary school. A fund raising campaign funded the operation.