Tate Papworth
The Melton council is giving seniors the chance to keep busy while staying indoors.
Seniors across the municipality have been urged to get involved in knitting trauma teddies for the Red Cross.
The teddies are then passed on to children in need across local services.
So far 60 seniors have registered to knit two teddies each, including Maureen Mohr who said it’s been a nice way to pass the time.
“I just finished sewing up two actually, so they’ll go off soon,” Ms Mohr said.
“I’ve been doing this off and on for a few years, but given the down time at the moment, there’s no better opportunity to get back into it.”
But the scheme also helps out local business.
The council have purchased craft packs from Bargain Box Fabrics in Melton South giving them some much needed support during these challenging times
The teddies will all also go to children in need at local services, including Bacchus Marsh Hospital, medical centres and other health providers
Melton mayor Lara Carli said it was a win-win situation.
“This is a heart-warming initiative that gives our senior residents a rewarding project to work on while staying safe in their homes,” Cr Carli said.
“It’s also a great way for Council to support local business, as well as some very worthy charities.”
