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2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge begins soon!
The Big Give Christmas Challenge is back, taking place from 12 noon on Monday 3rd December until 12 noon on Sunday 10th December 2024. Our goal is to raise £11,600 towards 'Digital Lifeline'. As we navigate an increasingly digital world, the importance of digital skills has never been more apparent. Compaid is dedicated to bridging this digital divide. Our campaign will help us tackle digital exclusion by providing essential support to vulnerable participants, including end-of-life hospice patients and young vulnerable adults in supported housing. This support provides skills to access crucial online services, maintain social connections, and enhance quality of life. The generous match-funding, made possible by Compaid trustees and a Big Give funder, means your £10 donation will be matched pound for pound, and if you are a UK payer, we can claim an extra £2.50 on every £10 given in this way. We can achieve this with your help, either by donating between 3rd to 10th December or by sharing our Christmas Challenge campaign page with your family and friends. Keep an eye on our on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram from 3rd—10th December for daily updates on the challenge and impact stories from our service users!
Out & About service in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge & Malling suspended
We are saddened to announce that, from Friday 15th November 2024, our Out & About service in Tonbridge & Malling and Tunbridge Wells will be suspended. Despite our efforts, we were not successful in securing further funding, which has been crucial in covering the costs of running this service. Our Out & About service has provided invaluable support, helping members of our community access essential services, stay connected, and enjoy greater independence. We know how much this service means to many of you, and we are actively exploring alternative funding sources to hopefully restart the service in the future. Please be assured that our other Compaid transport services in Tonbridge & Malling and Tunbridge Wells WILL continue to operate without subsidised fares. We are here to support you with our ongoing transport and accessibility services, and are committed to providing the assistance you need. If you have any questions about alternative options or require support, please do not hesitate to call our Transport team on 01892 832447. Thank you to everyone who has supported and used our Out & About service over the years. We remain committed to our mission, and we will keep you updated on any developments. Thank you for your understanding and continued trust in Compaid.
Compaid Kent Karrier Available in Dover & Canterbury
We are pleased to announce that Compaid are now delivering Kent Karrier accessible transport in Dover & Canterbury. Kent Karrier is a membership-based transport scheme funded by Kent County Council, providing door-to-door journeys around Canterbury and Dover. Our friendly drivers will help passengers with mobility needs on and off the buses, if required, they will also assist carrying your shopping on and off the vehicle and to your front door. All our buses are wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible. This service is accessible to residents of Canterbury and Dover who meet one of the following criteria: they live over 500 meters from public transport stops, have a disability that prevents them from using other public transport options, or are 85 years of age or older. To apply for a Kent Karrier membership, please visit www.kent.gov.uk/kentkarrier. For bookings, please call our Transport team on 01892 832447. Two accessible buses will be available 5 days a week between 10am and 1pm. The fare for the journey, whether single or return, is £5. We are so happy to announce that our Kent Karrier accessible transport is now available in Dover & Canterbury!
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