Rhayader Fire Station praised for making town a safer place
FIREFIGHTERS in Rhayader have been showered with praise, for raising thousands of pounds for local charities and making the town a safe place live, as part of Volunteers' Week.
The praise has come from the local community support group, The Arches, as part of its recognition of local groups and individuals in Rhayader during the week, taking place from June 2-8.
Multiple individuals and businesses in Rhayader have been singled out by Rhayader & District Community Support throughout the week, but the tributes to the town's firefighters and station was particularly poignant.
'This group of retained firemen have raised thousands of pounds for local charities in Rhayader and surrounding area,' read a post on The Arches Rhayader & District Community Support Facebook page on Wednesday.
'They have provided a safer place for us to live and become our first responders in the absence of the St John's Ambulance and saved many lives and enriched others.
'Alongside their day job, this group provides safety, comfort, vital attendance at cardiac arrest, falls in the home, road traffic accidents and the odd fire.
'They do car washes, quizzes, fundraising events and provide the infamous 'It's a Knockout' assault course in carnival week for the whole community to enjoy."
'This group give their time 24/7. They provide support to doctors, police, and take the pressure off the NHS by responding to calls and providing onsite CPR, keeping people alive and in reasonable condition while waiting for additional support.
'Not only this but they have raised money for the Bracken Trust, thus providing funds to continue alternative therapy to cancer patients by hosting quizzes and car washes.
'They also put on a community Hallowe'en evening which is free for all, allowing a safe and accessible environment for children to enjoy a Hallowe'en experience.
'As a public service the group provide a valuable service to our community.'
Other recognised by The Arches this week so far include:
Julie Carrod, who volunteers with St John Ambulance Cymru Rhayader and Wye Kids;
Julia Wozencraft, a member of the local Knit and Natter group;
Julie Davies, who has raised a lot of money for local groups and volunteers at Rhayader Town Football Club;
Linda Knox, who has worked at The Arches for several years;
Gill Williams, a very active member of the community who is a befriender, volunteer and Rhayader Luncheon Club volunteer;
Katy Cronin, who is involved with youth groups and raises funds for numerous organisations;
Ty Morgan's and their staff, who among other things, work tirelessly to provide a hot dinner for members of the community aged 65 and over around Christmas.
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