Sewing for scrubs success
The home sewing group ‘Let’s Get Scrubbing for the NHS’, with its group of around 80 volunteers around Mid Argyll, continues to supply hospitals and care homes in Argyll and further afield.
Around 70 sets of protective ‘scrubs’, plus laundry bags and mask bands were sent to Gartnavel General Hospital in Glasgow last week.
Ardfenaig residential home in Ardrishaig was also given scrubs and laundry bags.
The Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow was provided with a large quantity of mask bands by the group and earlier this week scrubs and bags were donated to two Kintyre care homes.
Founder of the group – set up in response to a demand for protective clothing during the coronavirus pandemic – Nikki Thompson said: ‘We were delighted to gift scrubs to Gartnavel as so many local people have experienced first hand its care and dedication. It was really nice to give something back. It was also rewarding to donate to a residential home like Ardfenaig where many elderly people are cared for.’ A message from staff at Gartnavel read: ‘A massive thanks from all the doctors and nurses at Gartnavel Royal for our beautiful scrubs and kits. Very much appreciated and so comfortable.’
‘We are very grateful for the scrubs.
‘They are lovely and bright and cheer everyone up,' said a spokesperson for carers at Ardfenaig.
‘Thank you for all the effort.’
The volunteers’ hard work continues to be supported by bus company West Coast Motors, which is offering a contact-free pick up and drop off service for scrubs and materials.